Kino Factory
Builder: Isamu Kinoshita
Made by Nagano
Kz Guitar Works
Builder: Kosuke Ijuin
Made by Kanagawa
Mary Guitars
Builder: Yuki Marui
Made by Gifu
O.Craft
Builder: Kazuhiko Okada
Made by Chiba
Red House
Builder: Ryoichi Ishibashi
Made by Nagano
Trafzck
Builder: Ryo Suzuki
Made by Tokyo
harries engineering
Builder: Tatsuaki Toya
Made by Tokyo
Kino Factory
Builder: Isamu Kinoshita
Made by Nagano
Kz Guitar Works
Builder: Kosuke Ijuin
Made by Kanagawa
Mary Guitars
Builder: Yuki Marui
Made by Gifu
O.Craft
Builder: Kazuhiko Okada
Made by Chiba
Red House
Builder: Ryoichi Ishibashi
Made by Nagano
Trafzck
Builder: Ryo Suzuki
Made by Tokyo
harries engineering
Builder: Tatsuaki Toya
Made by Tokyo
Kino Factory
Made by Shiojiri City, Nagano
Builder: Isamu Kinoshita
Official Website
I graduated from a vocational school and was able to get a job making guitars in a privileged environment.
As I received requests from many manufacturers to make various guitars, I always felt that I wanted to have my own brand someday.
Through trial and error with the original guitar, I began to question the idea of producing a guitar with the same content as an OEM production, and since it is a new brand, I believe that it is only meaningful if we do ``something new that I can do and try.'' I started to think that I could become one.
"I want to create something that has never existed before" is my dream and hope.
Kz Guitar Works
Made by Zushi City, Kanagawa
Builder: Kosuke Ijuin
Official Website
K's Guitar Works is an original guitar production workshop located in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture.
From 2007 to 2010, he created the official signature model for QUEEN guitarist Brian May's beloved instrument, the Red Special.
As the next step, we announced the original models ``Kz One'' and ``Kz ST.''
We aim to set the standard for a new era.
We take pride in being a Japanese manufacturer and deliver each piece with all our heart.
Mary Guitars
Made by Ogaki City, Gifu
Builder: Yuki Marui
Official Website
Influenced by his grandfather who was a painter and his father who was a designer, he made drawing a part of his life from an early age and naturally aspired to become an artist.
He played the guitar as if he were obsessed with it in high school, and admired craftsmen more than professional guitarists.
After studying at ESP Guitar Craft Academy, joined Deviser Co., Ltd. Involved in manufacturing domestic brands.
After leaving the company, she founded Mary Guitars.
For a time, he also served as a production lecturer at ESP.
Joined GEN (Gakki Engine Of Nippon).
He spends his days honing his skills as an artist and technician.
O.Craft
Made by Matsudo City, Chiba
Builder: Kazuhiko Okada
Official Website
He grew up in an environment where he was familiar with making things, and after graduating from high school, he worked at a woodworking shop and a design office before starting his own studio.
Although he made furniture for a living, he could not forget the influence of listening to his brother's music on a daily basis and the feel of the guitar he had played in high school, so he started making musical instruments using his woodworking skills.
All of our products use natural materials as much as possible while taking environmental issues into consideration.
From the products produced, you can feel the knowledge and technical ability that the builders have accumulated over the years in dealing with various types of wood.
Red House
Made by Shiojiri City, Nagano
Builder: Ryoichi Ishibashi
Official Website
Born in Nagano Prefecture.
While attending high school in Nagano Prefecture, he was introduced to rock and guitar.
While being exposed to a variety of music as a guitarist, he also has an interest in modifying guitars.
After graduating, he set his sights on becoming a craftsman without hesitation and opened the doors of Harayama Guitar Manufacturing in Matsumoto City.
He trained for 8 years under a master with industry-leading craftsmanship and an eye for discerning materials, and has been involved in the manufacture of guitars and basses for many famous domestic and foreign manufacturers.
Became independent and established Red House Guitars.
His outstanding skills have earned him a reputation, and he repairs, adjusts, and makes necks for the equipment of famous musicians both domestically and internationally. Before we knew it, our technology and ability became known in the industry, and we use that experience to respond to requests for repairs and customization.
Trafzck
Made by Edogawa-ku, Tokyo
Builder: Ryo Suzuki
Official Website
Graduated from guitar making school.
Worked as a guitar production instructor for over 10 years at a guitar production school sponsored by a manufacturer.
While building his career, he is also involved in making musical instruments for artists.
Launched Trafzck Guitar Services, which continues to this day.
harries engineering
Made by Ome City, Tokyo
Builder: Tatsuaki Toya
Joined Arai Trading (ARIA). After being seconded to Matsumoku Kogyo and retiring, he started a sales agency in Osaka in 1988, focusing on western Japan. Involved in ARTEX brand planning and sales operations.
After that, he started selling guitars and recording equipment such as GODIN, TC. ELECTRONICS, AKG, LRBAGGS, etc.
In 1999, he opened a guitar workshop, launched the dragonfly brand, and released serial number #001 HI STA.
In 2003, he focused his business on guitar manufacturing and opened a workshop in Setagaya-ku, Tokyo. After that, the workshop was moved to the Ebisu area of Shibuya Ward. We carry out product planning and development with an on-site approach as our motto, considering how we can meet the demands of live and recording venues.
From February 2021, the head office functions and workshop will be moved to Ome City, Tokyo.