Instruments of a Beating Heart” follows a group of first graders in Japan who form an orchestra to play Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy,” as part of a welcoming ceremony for the incoming class of 6-year-olds.

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It’s not every day you see a children’s lion dance troupe rehearsing to the sound of crashing cymbals and rhythmic drum beats in a dance studio in Columbia. In preparation for the China Night ...

Yamato’s new show, Hito no Chikara—The Power of Human Strength, is a thrilling, high-energy interpretation of the centuries-old Japanese taiko tradition. It features over 40 drums, bronze cymbals, ...

The return of inflation and wage growth is giving the Bank of Japan room to raise interest rates and declare the end of a long period of stagnation. Source: FactSet, Bank of Japan By The New York ...

The new year begins on Jan. 29 and celebrations last until Feb. 8. Observed by many cultures, including Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese, the holiday marks the start of the lunar calendar year.

Discover the legacy of Zildjian cymbals, blending ancient craftsmanship with modern drumming innovation. Japan's Sakurajima volcano erupts sending ash plume 6,500ft into sky From the Swiss Alps to ...

In Japan, festivals come alive with vibrant energy and delicious smells. Japanese street foods, called yatai, line the streets, tempting passersby with colorful displays and mouthwatering aromas.

The event begins with a consecration ritual led by Buddhist nuns, invoking the force of goodness through the rhythmic chanting of mantras, accompanied by drums and cymbals. The event ends with the ...