Yamato, one of the premiere Taiko ensembles in Japan, returns to the Mondavi Center celebrating their 30th Anniversary with a new production Hinotori: The Wings of Phoenix. The Wings of Phoenix recognizes the incredible challenges we have faced and, as dawn begins to break in the world, we climb new mountains with determination and confidence. This new show captures all of Yamato’s virtuosity, strength, spirit and sheer endurance. Yamato has given over 3500 performances in 54 countries, bringing their spirit, enthusiasm and abundant joy to over 8 million fans, young and old.