Kohno Guitars; Sakurai / Kohno

Pioneering Japanese classical guitar luthier whose concert instruments are considered among the finest of the 20th century.; Nephew and successor to Masaru Kohno, continuing the Tokyo workshop with refined designs.

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Source urls https://classicalguitarmagazine.com/fretwork-a-look-at-vintage-japanese-classical-guitars/; https://www.kohno-guitar.org/en/

Luthier name Masaru Kohno

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Year founded 1,960

Business name Kohno Guitars; Sakurai / Kohno

Notable artists Julian Bream, Oscar Ghiglia, Sharon Isbin; Numerous concert players via Kohno/Sakurai workshop

Entity type issue 0

Operational status Legacy / Estate / Closed

Merged record count 1

Primary instrument type Classical / Flamenco

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