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Hata Toshiki
Hata Toshiki (刃田綴色) is former drummer of Tokyo Jihen.
He was born in Shimane Prefecture in October 5th, 1976. Since his childhood he had interest in Kagura (ancient Shinto music and dancing) and in the traditional Japanese drums. From junior high to senior high school, he was the percussionist in his school's brass band club. In senior high's third year, he first joined a cover band as a drummer. Then, at 18, he moved to Tokyo. In a short time he became the drummer and percussionist of an amateur band. Then, in 1998 he joined the band Scoope. Scoope's indies debut took place in 2002. Lately, he has collaborated on tour and as a recordings drummer for artists such as Shiina Ringo, Natural High and Nakashima Mika. His hobby is going to faraway places. On February 12th 2011, Hata Toshiki was arrested with a charge of battering a policeman and interfering with their duties.
