Shinpei Yamakawa
Shinpei Yamakawa
May 2, 1987
Kasugai City, Aichi Prefecture
PROFILE
At the age of four, he joined Kasugai Fuji Taiko, founded by his father. In 2012, 2013, and 2014, he led the group to three consecutive victories at the Western Japan Tournament. Since going independent in 2018, he has performed in a variety of venues, including concerts, events, and school performances across the country. Unconstrained by genre, he has collaborated with a wide range of artists, including Western instrument players and dancers, honing his unique musicality. As a Japanese drummer, he blends delicate nuances into powerful strikes, “playing with heart and captivating audiences.” His activities span a wide range of fields. Expanding his horizons both domestically and internationally, he continues to energetically promote the new appeal of Japanese drumming, under the theme of “Harmony Connects the Circle – Bonds.”
