Our Senior Drummer and Senpai, Kendall has been and still is a source of strength and spirit. Since the beginning of Fushu Daiko he provided younger players with the power and inspiration that is at the root of strength.

His performance is truly energetic and full of personality a master of the bells and canon. He has trained with Sensei Hongo, Sensei Ishikura, and Grandmaster Tanaka. It is an honor to have Kendall in the dojo and on the stage with Fushu Daiko.

Hideki Matsuda was born in Hokkaido, Japan. In addition to Taiko drumming he is also a skilled athlete, excelling in soccer & skiing.

Prior to coming to the U.S., he was in the Japanese Army, where his strong marksmanship abilities earned him a first place award.

Hideki has been been trained by Sensei Hongo, Sensei Ishikura and Grandmaster Tanaka. He has been drumming with Fushu Daiko for more than 18 years..

Ben has been dedicated to Fushu Daiko since 1998. Along with his apprenticeship under Senseis Charles and Yoshiko Cane with Fushu Daiko, he is honored to have studied and performed widely with Sensei Ishikura of Matsuriza Taiko Drumming.

He has also received training from Grandmaster Sensei Seiichi Tanaka. He has originally composed much of Fushu Daiko's repertoire. Ben is a licensed Acupuncture Physician and Chinese Herbologist (A.P., M.Ac). He maintains a practice in Deerfield Beach, FL. 954.784.6463

Greg was born in Grand Prierrie, Texas. Since 1998 he has been with the group. Greg is now a backbone of our strength and stamina. His physicality and imposing presence on stage are not easily missed.

He has also trained and performed on stage with Sensei Ishikura and Matsuriza taiko drumming and has been trained by Grandmaster Seiichi Tanaka. He is a highly spirited performer and leader who sets an example of humility and perseverance in the dojo.

Born in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Jeff has been a student of drums since the age of 10, playing in concert, orchestra, jazz, and marching bands. After graduation he spent a tour with the Florida Wave Drum and Bugle Corps before joining Fushu Daiko in 1999.

He has had training with Grandmanster Tanaka. He is currently a PTA and further studies to become an athletic trainer.

Born in Okinawa, Japan, Naomi is our most experienced female drummer. Her strength and grace have enriched this team steadily for years.

She has had training with Grandmaster Tanaka. She is 1st Kyu in Kendo (Iaido Shodan) and 2nd Kyu in Japanese Calligraphy.

Born in Sapporo, Japan. Yocchi is fast and fluid. His taiko is an inspiration to our team. His knowlege and skill of taiko challenges each player to raise their level.

He has trained with Sensei Ishikura and Grandmaster Tanaka. Yochi has practiced many different outdoor sports as he was growing up, and is a skilled snowboarder.

His early Karate studies can be observed in the form and fluidity of his taiko drumming style.

Born in Tokyo and raised in India, Japan, and Indonesia, Maiko is a doctoral student of Forensic Chemistry at FIU. You will notice her bright smile and sharp eyes while she performs. She receives training from Grand Master Seido Kobayashi and Mizuho Zako of Oedo Sukeroku Taiko when she is in Japan. Her mind absorbs rhythms quickly and her body has taiko in the blood. She is a talented taiko drummer and friend of Fushu Daiko.

Amy is a long-time friend and supporter of Fushu Daiko who has at last joined our ranks. She brings an aggresive feminine style to our taiko.

By day she is a hair stylist. Her determined warrior spirit and commitment in the dojo moves her on the path towards taiko mastery.

Yukako was born and raised in Chiba, Japan. She practices shinobue and taiko with a dedicated spirit. Her involvement is always committed and focused.

During her school years she studied Naginata (a Japanese martial art) and was a competitive swimmer.

After traveling the world as an airline flight attendant, and then as crew on a billionaire’s mega yacht, she settled in Florida.

She is now the owner of a worldwide yacht charter and brokerage business.

Jen’s dedication and humility are readily apparent in the dojo. Her Intensity, grit and spirit make her a great Taiko drummer.

Raised in New England, she studied Japanese language and literature at the Univ. of Mass. at Amherst where she also served in the Japan-America club. She became a fan of Fushu Daiko after moving to Florida in 1998.

She later joined the group and has never looked back. When not drumming she runs an internet services company www.TSCinternet.com.

Department of Cultural Preservation
Asain Festival Coordinator

Yoshiko is the groups' senior performing member, performing since Fushu Daiko's inception. She is a mentor and guides us in the ways of Japanese culture. Born in Kagoshima, Japan,

She has studied koto under the "Ikuta" style school and also extensively under several renown teachers. During the last six years, she has been very active in educating and introducing Koto music to the West. Koto is a Japanese harp.

Private/Corporate Event Coordinator

Fernando Moraes was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He started music studies at 14 years old and graduated from Berklee College of Music in 1982.

He has been a performing taiko drummer of Fushu Daiko since 1997, has had training from Hongo Sensei and Grandmanster Tanaka, and is currently also our Business Manager along with his production company Sincronia USA, Inc which has produced all the Fushu Daiko albums.

He has worked as a percussionist with major artists such as Mariah Carey and Shakira.

Born in Argentina, Jorge has been a musician since the age of 13. He is a very versatile performer and composer.

Fushu Daiko is very honored to have Jorge perform on the shakuhachi and other wind instruments during their events.