{"product_id":"vintage-yoshino-tokyo-kiku-handcrafted-classical-guitar-toku-ichi-go-mij","title":"Vintage Yoshino Tokyo Kiku Handcrafted Classical Guitar Toku Ichi-Go MIJ","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eUp for grabs at the Japanese Guitar Company is a phenomenal piece of vintage Japanese luthiery history: a late 1960s \/ early 1970s \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eYoshino Handcrafted \"Kiku\" (Special No. 1 Grade)\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e classical guitar.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eUnlike standard production-line models, this instrument was individually constructed in Tokyo, bearing the traditional hand-brushed ink calligraphy tag: \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e「東京・吉野作」 (Made by Yoshino, Tokyo)\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and marked \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e「特一号」 (Special Grade 1)\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. In keeping with high-end Tokyo-school custom traditions, it features the prestigious \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\"Kiku\" (Chrysanthemum)\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e model series designation.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eThe craftsmanship is evident the moment you pick it up. It features a beautifully aged solid spruce top that has developed a deep amber patina, paired with a gorgeous rosewood back and sides showing an incredibly straight, dark grain pattern. The headstock sports its original premium engraved brass tuners with ivory-style buttons. Tonally, it delivers the exact deep, resonant bass response and articulate, voice-like trebles that make master-built Tokyo guitars highly coveted by collectors.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eThis master-built instrument is in beautiful vintage condition, displaying honest cosmetic character that tells its story:\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eFinish:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The top shows beautiful, fine natural lacquer checking\/crazing behind the bridge on the lower treble bout (see photos). This is strictly localized to the clear coat and is completely stable.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eBridge Note:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e There is a very small, minor gap visible in the center underneath the bridge footprint. Both the left and right sides of the bridge are completely solid and flush to the top. Given the age and stable environment of the instrument, there is no structural movement or danger of lifting. It is fully stable and ready to play under tension.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eCase:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a protective hard shell case for secure storage and transport.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eIf you are a serious collector or player looking for a unique, master-grade MIJ classical guitar with a stunning aesthetic and deep historical pedigree, this Yoshino \"Kiku\" is an incredible choice.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase: Hard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length: 645mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width: 52.1mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFret Wear: 10\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction at 12F (6th): 3.25mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction at 12F (1st): 3.25mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 1501grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Condition: 7\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCool Factor: 11 out of 10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA Seller, check my feedback to see how I value my customers and see my other listings for more rare Japanese Guitars and other unique gear! I use recycled packaging for reduced environmental impact and ship all items 100% insured against loss or damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal Use (Bin) - PA-9-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yoshino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54446113128812,"sku":"UNI-256","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/9378\/2636\/files\/DSC03673.jpg?v=1789826271","url":"https:\/\/japaneseguitarcompany.com\/products\/vintage-yoshino-tokyo-kiku-handcrafted-classical-guitar-toku-ichi-go-mij","provider":"Japanese Guitar Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}