noun
demon drumming; ogre-repelling drum performance
A traditional Japanese drumming performance, often with dancers wearing demon masks, meant to drive away ogres or evil spirits. The term can also refer to the drums used in such performances.
See also: 鬼
節分には鬼太鼓の演奏が行われる。
On Setsubun, a demon drumming performance is held.
鬼太鼓の力強いリズムが鬼を追い払うと言われている。
The powerful rhythm of the demon drums is said to drive away ogres.
Compound of 鬼 (oni, 'ogre, demon') and 太鼓 (taiko, 'drum'). The term refers to a drumming performance intended to ward off ogres, often associated with festivals like Setsubun.