Thank you for viewing! This is a very rare flat-bodied taiko drum with a beautiful, vibrant vermillion (orange) body. It can also be used for Eisa! Product Features • Flat-bodied taiko drum (Miya-daiko): This is the basic form of a Japanese drum, characterized by its powerful resonance and deep tone. • Rare item with a nameplate: A metal nameplate from "Okayada Narumonoten," an established taiko drum shop named after its founder, is attached to the body. • Manufacturer: "Manufacturing Wholesaler Okayada Narumonoten" (Manufactures and sells taiko drums and gagaku instruments) • Location: "Tokyo Asakusa Kusa-yaba-cho, in front of the tram stop" • Phone number: **(84)** number 872 (Presumed to be the number of digits from the early Showa era) • This is a very valuable item made by a historical taiko drum shop in Asakusa, Tokyo. • Beautiful vermillion body: The glossy vermillion color, like lacquer, is eye-catching and has a wonderful presence as a decorative item. • The texture unique to old drums: The scratches and the feel of the studding over time enhance its appeal as an antique. When the drum is moved, it makes a rattling sound, so some part may have come off ( ; ; ) Size (Measured by an amateur!) • Body length: Approximately 43 cm • Diameter of the drumhead (surface): Approximately 41 cm • *Please note that there may be slight errors due to amateur measurements. *Condition of the product (Please check before purchasing) • Torn drumhead (skin): There is a large L-shaped tear of about 4-5 cm on one side of the skin (photo 6). • Antique item: There are multiple scratches, scuffs, and paint剥がれ (peeling) on the body. • Sold as is: No professional cleaning or repairs have been performed. Recommended for those seeking historical value as a collection of antiques, antique items, and Japanese musical instruments. Other • Due to the age of the drum, there are no documents to specify the era or year of manufacture. We hope you will make your judgment based on the information on the nameplate! • This is an auction for the taiko drum body only. The drumsticks are not included ( ; ; ) If you have any questions or requests for additional images, please feel free to comment. Thank you very much.