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12th Hamamatsu International Piano Competition: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano selected by 2nd, 4th and 6th prize winners

At the 12th Hamamatsu International Piano Competition held from November 8th to 25th, 2024, in the city of Hamamatsu, Japan, three of the six finalists performed using the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano.

Shigeru Kawai SK-EX instrument pack released for Pianoteq software

Kawai Japan is pleased to announce that the stunning sound of the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano has been added to the acclaimed Pianoteq software, developed by French company Modartt S.A.S.

Kawai announces new ES60 portable digital piano

Kawai Japan is pleased to announce the ES60, the latest addition to Kawai’s ES range of highly regarded portable digital pianos, offering exceptional value for aspiring pianists to begin their musical journey.With its authentic keyboard action, expressive grand piano sounds, and lightweight, compact design, the ES60 provides a versatile, high-quality playing experience, suitable for home practice or small performances.

Announcement of the 5th Shigeru Kawai International Piano Competition

Kawai Musical Inst. Mfg. Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce that the 5th Shigeru Kawai International Piano Competition will take place in the summer of 2025. The Pre-selection will begin in February 2025, with the Final Round scheduled for August 2, 2025, at the Shibuya Cultural Center Owada "Sakura Hall".

Kawai Japan releases "Kawai Report 2024" Highlighting Sustainability Commitment

Kawai Report 2024 English version

Thomas F. Hulbert International Piano Competition 2024: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX chosen as official piano for prestigious competition

CA901/CA701, CA99/CA79, NV10S/NV5S touchpanel v1.3.9 digital and hybrid piano software update released

Touchpanel software update for CA901/CA701, CA99/CA79 digital and NV10S/NV5S hybrid pianos.

2024 Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX selected as official piano

The 2024 Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition was held in Brisbane, Australia, from July 6 to 13, and the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano was chosen as the official piano for the competition.

3rd Samson François International Piano Competition: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano chosen as the official piano for the competition

The 3rd Samson François International Piano Competition took place in Cagnes-sur-Mer, France, from June 29 to July 4, with the selection of the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano as the official instrument for the event.

Interview: Ryoma Takagi (Pianist)

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Dallas International Piano Competition 2024: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX Chosen as Official Piano for Prestigious Competition

The Dallas International Piano Competition 2024 took place in Dallas, Texas, USA, from June 13 to 18, with the selection of the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano as the official instrument for the event.

1st Malaga City International Piano Competition: Competition Selects Shigeru Kawai SK-EX as its Official Piano

The 1st Malaga City International Piano Competition was held in Malaga, Spain, from June 7 to 15, and the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano was chosen as the official piano for the competition.

32nd International Piano and Orchestra Competition “Città di Cantù” 2024: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano chosen as the official piano for the competition

The 32nd International Piano and Orchestra Competition “Città di Cantù” 2024 was held in Cantù, Italy, from May 5 to 11, and the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano was chosen as the official piano for the competition.

Inside Niu Niu’s World: Name, Factory Tour, and the SK-EX

In May 2024, the Chinese pianist Niu Niu visited Japan for a concert tour. During the tour, he took the time to visit the Kawai Ryuyo factory. We spoke with him about his music, his interest in Japan, his hobbies outside of music, and his thoughts on the Shigeru Kawai pianos.

Kawai Opens New Store at AEON MALL Deltamas in Indonesia

Kawai has opened a new store in AEON MALL Deltamas, Indonesia, part of the AEON MALL chain which operates large shopping malls across Japan.

Kawai CA901 digital piano wins Music Inc. magazine ‘Editor's Choice’ award

Kawai is proud to announce that the CA901 digital piano has received the prestigious "Editor's Choice" award from Music Inc. magazine, one of the music industry's leading trade publications, at the 2024 NAMM Show recently held in Anaheim, California.

Notice of Change of President and CEO

The Board of Directors of Kawai Musical Inst. Mfg. Co., Ltd. decided at its meeting on February 28, 2024 the change of President and CEO to start with immediate effect as follows.

Passing of Hirotaka Kawai, Chairman, President and CEO of Kawai

It is with great sadness that Kawai Musical Inst. Mfg. Co., Ltd. announces the passing of Hirotaka Kawai, Chairman, President and CEO of Kawai. He passed away early morning on February 23, 2024.

15th International Volodymyr Krainev Competition for Young Pianists: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano chosen as the official piano for the competition

The 15th International Volodymyr Krainev Competition for Young Pianists was held in Zurich, Switzerland, from February 6 to 10, and the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano was chosen as the official piano for the competition.

CA901/CA701 (v1.0.4), CA99/CA79, NV10S/NV5S, ATX4/AR2 (all v2.16), touchpanel (v1.3.7) digital and hybrid piano software updates released

Kawai Japan has issued software updates for the Concert Artist CA901/CA701 and CA99/CA79 digital pianos, Novus NV10S/NV5S hybrid pianos, and ATX4/AR2 hybrid pianos.

The Gurwitz 2024 International Piano Competition: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano chosen as the official piano for the competition

The Gurwitz 2024 International Piano Competition was held in San Antonio, Texas, USA, from January 26 to February 4, and the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano was chosen as the official piano for the competition.