Sansho [SAHN-show]
A mildly hot Japanese seasoning made from the aromatic berries of the prickly ash tree, which are dried and ground into a powder. Also called  szechuan pepper by the Chinese.*

Sansho Daiko
Formed in 2010, Sansho Daiko is a Vancouver-based taiko group that brings together former members of Toki Doki Taiko with other taiko players to create a spicy addition to the west coast taiko scene. We like to eat, we like to create new pieces, we like to have fun, and most of all, we like to drum!** Learn more . . .

*Sansho wa kotsubu, demo piritto karai.  Meaning “sansho” may be small, but they have a potent bite!
**Warning: may contain sax + violins