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Kawai

Acoustic and digital pianos developed by a Japanese piano specialist.

Designed inShizuoka, Japan
Made inJapan, Indonesia and other locations, depending on model
Known forShigeru Kawai SK-EX
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01 / Story

Japanese design, global production.

Koichi Kawai founded the company in Hamamatsu in 1927 after helping build Japan’s early domestic pianos. Kawai remains focused on piano actions, acoustics and keyboard technology.

  1. 1927

    Kawai is founded

    Koichi Kawai starts his piano company in Hamamatsu.

  2. 20th c.

    Piano actions evolve

    The company combines wood craft with new action materials.

  3. Today

    Acoustic and digital pianos

    Japanese and overseas factories serve different product levels.

02 / Flagships

Start with these.

Three products that define Kawai.

03 / Origin

What the design claim covers.

The claim follows the product line, not just the logo.

Covered design work
  • Shigeru Kawai SK-EX
  • GX-2
  • CA901

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Sources & further reading1 official source
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Brand statements and product ranges change. Verify the current country-of-origin marking on the exact model before purchase.

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Take the origin note with you.

Shigeru Kawai and selected acoustic lines are Japanese-made; digital and entry models can be produced elsewhere.

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