DREAM
Over one hundred years ago, in a humble workshop in
Japan, Koichi Kawai embarked upon a journey... a
spiritual quest to design and build a piano that would
one day be called "the finest."
A generation later, this dream burned intensely in the
heart of Shigeru Kawai. To him, it represented not just
his origins, but his destiny... an unrelenting force that
would launch a lifetime of devotion in the pursuit of
perfection.
In the SHIGERU piano, you will see not just his labor
and his love... but his life.
Over one hundred years ago, in a humble workshop in
Japan, Koichi Kawai embarked upon a journey... a
spiritual quest to design and build a piano that would
one day be called "the finest."
A generation later, this dream burned intensely in the
heart of Shigeru Kawai. To him, it represented not just
his origins, but his destiny... an unrelenting force that
would launch a lifetime of devotion in the pursuit of
perfection.
In the SHIGERU piano, you will see not just his labor
and his love... but his life.
PASSION
Passion... the powerful emotion that motivates an
individual beyond even the extraordinary.
The passion for excellence dwells deeply within the
heart of every SHIGERU craftsman. Like members of
a great orchestra, each craftsman brings forth a
seasoned wealth of skill and artistry that compels the
"whole" to surpass the sum of its parts. Day by day,
the craftsman strives to leave an indelible mark upon
each creation... an inexpressible emblem of intense
desire and duty.
It is this symphony of passionate energies that has
elevated the SHIGERU piano to the lofty strata shared
by few and respected by all.
Passion... the powerful emotion that motivates an
individual beyond even the extraordinary.
The passion for excellence dwells deeply within the
heart of every SHIGERU craftsman. Like members of
a great orchestra, each craftsman brings forth a
seasoned wealth of skill and artistry that compels the
"whole" to surpass the sum of its parts. Day by day,
the craftsman strives to leave an indelible mark upon
each creation... an inexpressible emblem of intense
desire and duty.
It is this symphony of passionate energies that has
elevated the SHIGERU piano to the lofty strata shared
by few and respected by all.
THE ARTISANS... A SHIGERU piano is perfected by an elite brand of craftsman.
Each of our Master Piano Artisans is at the pinnacle of his profession. With
remarkable skills proven in the world's finest concert halls and international piano
competitions, each artisan brings a wealth of experience and passion to his
craft. Upon completion of a finished work, the craftsman adds his name to the
piano's rich pedigree as a symbol of devotion and pride. Skillfully Handcrafted...
A SHIGERU piano is born of the same advanced origins that distinguish every
Kawai creation. Yet, the skilled application of detailed handwork at every level of
the crafting process – often as much as five times more than other pianos – sets
the SHIGERU piano apart in a place all its own.
JAPANESE "EZO" SPRUCE... The snow-shrouded mountains of Hokkaido,
Japan's northernmost island, are home to the rare Ezo Spruce. The extreme
climate and lofty altitude of Hokkaido produce a wood that is prized for its close,
even grain. Available in strictly limited quantities, Ezo Spruce provides
exceptional energy transmission and tonal projection.
KIGARASHI PREMIUM AGED SOUNDBOARDS... In the language of wood,
"kigarashi" means "finding balance through time and nature." In the kigarashi
process, solid Ezo Spruce soundboards are allowed to season naturally. The
process is arduous and requires much patience. The result is a supremely rich
tonal quality that is unsurpassed. Only soundboards that can endure the
demanding kigarashi process are deemed worthy of the SHIGERU piano.
The MOST PRECISE ACTION IN THE WORLD... More than three decades of
research and development have resulted in the most respected piano action
available today. The "Millennium III Action" with ABS-Carbon™ stands alone in
providing the finest combination of strength, stability, precision and reliability.
EXCLUSIVE "SHIKO SEION HAMMERS... "Shiko Seion" is translated "the
highest level of voicing." Shiko Seion hammers are made and voiced entirely by
our Master Piano Artisans with a select blend of New Zealand and Australian long-
fiber wool. They are hand-pressed, reinforced and formed without artificial
hardeners to deliver unmatched dynamics and expression for the artist.
TEMAKI BASS STRINGS... "Temaki" literally means "hand-rolled." In the
unhurried Temaki process, the artisan patiently directs the winding of each bass
string by hand for absolute precision and proper tension, which ensures exquisite
tonal depth.
CONCERT STYLE DUAL PIVOT POINT PEDAL... The Dual-Pivot design offers
the player unparalleled control and responsiveness in proportional pedaling.
A RARE TREASURE... Fewer than one percent of all Kawai instruments will ever
bear the name SHIGERU. The rigorous degree of handwork and use of specially
chosen materials keeps these instruments rare in both character and quantity.
Each SHIGERU piano is a Limited Edition treasure selectively numbered for North
America by year of creation.
Each of our Master Piano Artisans is at the pinnacle of his profession. With
remarkable skills proven in the world's finest concert halls and international piano
competitions, each artisan brings a wealth of experience and passion to his
craft. Upon completion of a finished work, the craftsman adds his name to the
piano's rich pedigree as a symbol of devotion and pride. Skillfully Handcrafted...
A SHIGERU piano is born of the same advanced origins that distinguish every
Kawai creation. Yet, the skilled application of detailed handwork at every level of
the crafting process – often as much as five times more than other pianos – sets
the SHIGERU piano apart in a place all its own.
JAPANESE "EZO" SPRUCE... The snow-shrouded mountains of Hokkaido,
Japan's northernmost island, are home to the rare Ezo Spruce. The extreme
climate and lofty altitude of Hokkaido produce a wood that is prized for its close,
even grain. Available in strictly limited quantities, Ezo Spruce provides
exceptional energy transmission and tonal projection.
KIGARASHI PREMIUM AGED SOUNDBOARDS... In the language of wood,
"kigarashi" means "finding balance through time and nature." In the kigarashi
process, solid Ezo Spruce soundboards are allowed to season naturally. The
process is arduous and requires much patience. The result is a supremely rich
tonal quality that is unsurpassed. Only soundboards that can endure the
demanding kigarashi process are deemed worthy of the SHIGERU piano.
The MOST PRECISE ACTION IN THE WORLD... More than three decades of
research and development have resulted in the most respected piano action
available today. The "Millennium III Action" with ABS-Carbon™ stands alone in
providing the finest combination of strength, stability, precision and reliability.
EXCLUSIVE "SHIKO SEION HAMMERS... "Shiko Seion" is translated "the
highest level of voicing." Shiko Seion hammers are made and voiced entirely by
our Master Piano Artisans with a select blend of New Zealand and Australian long-
fiber wool. They are hand-pressed, reinforced and formed without artificial
hardeners to deliver unmatched dynamics and expression for the artist.
TEMAKI BASS STRINGS... "Temaki" literally means "hand-rolled." In the
unhurried Temaki process, the artisan patiently directs the winding of each bass
string by hand for absolute precision and proper tension, which ensures exquisite
tonal depth.
CONCERT STYLE DUAL PIVOT POINT PEDAL... The Dual-Pivot design offers
the player unparalleled control and responsiveness in proportional pedaling.
A RARE TREASURE... Fewer than one percent of all Kawai instruments will ever
bear the name SHIGERU. The rigorous degree of handwork and use of specially
chosen materials keeps these instruments rare in both character and quantity.
Each SHIGERU piano is a Limited Edition treasure selectively numbered for North
America by year of creation.
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