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SK News 2025.07.30

Shigeru Kawai grand pianos featured at France’s prestigious stage “Concert de Paris” 2025

Kawai was honored to provide its flagship Shigeru Kawai SK-EX and SK-7 grand pianos for the Concert de Paris 2025, one of the most celebrated classical music events in Paris, France, held on July 14 at the Champ de Mars, directly in front of the Eiffel Tower.

SK News 2025.07.24

5th Shigeru Kawai International Piano Competition starts from July 26, 2025

The 5th Shigeru Kawai International Piano Competition will be taken place in Tokyo, Japan, from July 26 to August 3.

SK News 2025.07.22

4th Samson François International Piano Competition: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano and SK-7 grand piano chosen as the official pianos for the competition

The 4th Samson François International Piano Competition took place in Cagnes-sur-Mer, France, from June 28 to July 4, with the selection of the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano and SK-7 grand piano as the official instruments for the event.

SK News 2025.07.01

9th Sendai International Piano Competition: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano selected by 1st prize winner

At the 9th Sendai International Music Competition Piano Section held from June 14th to 29th, 2025, in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan, 1st prize winner performed using the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano.

SK News 2025.07.01

Interview: The first prize winner in the 23rd Valencia Iturbi International Piano Competition, Nabeel Hayek, chose the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano for his performance of Bra

The 23rd Valencia Iturbi International Piano Competition took place from 4 to 14 June 2025 in Spain.

SK News 2025.06.26

2nd Malaga City International Piano Competition: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano chosen as the official piano for the competition

The 2nd Malaga City International Piano Competition was held in Malaga, Spain, from June 7th to 15th, and the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano was chosen as the official piano for the competition.

SK News 2025.06.26

23rd Jose Iturbi International Piano Competition: 2 out of 3 grand finalists select Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano

At the 23rd Jose Iturbi International Piano Competition held from June 4th to 14th, 2025, in Valencia, Spain, 2 out of 3 grand finalists chose the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano.

SK News 2025.06.25

33rd International Piano and Orchestra Competition “Città di Cantù” 2025: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano chosen as the official piano for the competition

The 33rd International Piano and Orchestra Competition “Città di Cantù” 2025 was held in Cantù, Italy, from May 6th to 10th, and the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano was chosen as the official piano for the competition.

SK News 2025.06.25

The 6th Fujairah International Piano Competition: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX chosen as official piano for prestigious competition

The 6th Fujairah International Piano Competition: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX chosen as official piano for prestigious competition

SK News 2025.05.14

Interview: Long-Thibaud International Competition Piano 2025

At the end of March 2025, one of the most esteemed international piano competitions in the world, the Long-Thibaud International Competition was held in Paris, France. Many young talents gathered and performed at this competition.

SK News 2025.05.09

Competition Review: Long-Thibaud International Competition Piano 2025

At the end of March 2025, one of the most esteemed international piano competitions in the world, the Long-Thibaud International Competition was held in Paris, France. Many young talents gathered and performed at this competition.

SK News 2025.05.08

9th International Piano Competition “City of Vigo”: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX chosen as official piano for prestigious competition

The 9th International Piano Competition “City of Vigo” took place in Vigo, Pontevedra, Spain, from April 18 to 22, with the selection of the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano as the official instrument for the event.

SK News 2025.04.11

4th Jeune Chopin International Piano Competition: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX chosen as official piano for prestigious competition

The 4th Jeune Chopin International Piano Competition took place in Lugano, Switzerland, from March 28 to 31, with the selection of the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano as the official instrument for the competition.

SK News 2025.04.11

Epinal International Piano Competition 2025: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX chosen as official piano for prestigious competition

The Epinal International Piano Competition took place in Épinal, France, from March 21 to 30, with the selection of the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano as the official instrument for the competition.

SK News 2025.04.07

Long-Thibaud International Competition 2025: Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand piano selected by 4th prize winner

At the Long-Thibaud International Competition 2025 held from March 25th to 30th, 2025, in Paris, France, 4th prize winner performed using the Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano.

News 2025.01.24

New brand message ‘Instrumental to Life’ for keyboard instruments business

Kawai, a leading name in keyboard instruments, has announced its new global brand message, ‘Instrumental to Life,’ during the NAMM Show 2025, the world's largest musical instrument trade event. This initiative aims to strengthen the brand’s presence in the global market and reinforce its commitment to enriching lives through music.

News 2025.01.20

Kawai to exhibit at 2025 NAMM Show

Kawai will exhibit at the 2025 NAMM Show, the largest musical instrument trade show in the U.S.A., to be held from January 21, 2025, in Anaheim, California, U.S.A.

SK News 2024.11.28

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.

News 2024.11.07

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.

News 2024.11.04

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.

News 2024.10.20

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".