Mission Jodaiko is a collegiate taiko group from the main campus of the University of California, Irvine. Now in its 32nd year since inception, Jodaiko brings the Japanese art of taiko to UCI and the rest of Southern California. The word "Jodaiko" means "passionate drumming" in Japanese, and as a collegiate taiko group, each member must balance their passion for taiko with their desire to pursue an education. Jodaiko takes pride in the diverse cultures, areas of study, and performance experiences each member represents.