Based on an original structural concept and using the highest quality woods, our guitars produce a unique sound and have gained worldwide recognition over the past 50 years by the world’s greatest musicians.

Masaru Kohno dedicated his life to creating ever better guitars, from 1949, when he built his first model, until his death in 1998. Masaki Sakurai succeeded Masaru Kohno and created new guitars that will continue to evolve with So Kimishima. The sound, shape and design differ from period to period, but the confidence of the guitarists of each era has helped make Kono Guitar Manufacturing what it is today.

For 3 generations, Masaru Kohno, Masaki Sakurai and So Kimishima have pursued one of the highest ideals:
Our theoretical and scientific research into the soundboard dams has resulted in a sound with unique, rich and balanced tones.