As of 2012, the Foundation represents over 800 taiko groups, approximately 20,000 individuals, and is made up of 34 leagues corresponding to some Japanese prefectures.
There were few experienced teachers who were available to teach newer members, and prompted concerns from organizational leadership that it would not be feasible to accommodate demand, particularly because taiko was normally taught orally.
[2] To resolve this problem, Oguchi developed a textbook called Japan Taiko (日本の太鼓) that was published in 1994.
[7] The Foundation has generally been recognized for its work in connecting taiko performance groups across Japan and internationally.
[8] As of 2012, the Foundation represents over 800 taiko groups, approximately 20,000 individuals, and is made up of 34 leagues corresponding to some Japanese prefectures.