tsuri-daiko; large hanging drum for gagaku and bugaku
A large drum suspended in a frame, used in traditional court music (gagaku) and dance (bugaku). The term is a specific musical instrument name.
In gagaku performances, the tsuri-daiko marks a solemn rhythm.
The tsuri-daiko is often hung at the front of the stage.
Standard spelling using 釣り (hanging/fishing).
Variant without okurigana; less common but still used.
Alternate kanji 吊る (to hang) is also seen.
Compound of 釣り (hanging) + 太鼓 (drum). The exact historical origin is uncertain, but the name describes its suspended playing position.