SJS-162T Tenma Toshihide Signature Model
Japan Forest Series - Crafted from Japanese Tone Woods -
A special collaboration between acoustic guitarist Toshihide Tenma and the Japan Forest Project Team.
This special edition combines Ji-Sugi (Japanese cedar) and Kagonoki from Miyazaki Prefecture.
The powerful, straightforward sound of the Ji-Sugi combined with the clear, soft sound of the Kagonoki produces one-of-a-kind beautiful tone.
Master luthier Takumi Morinaka handled the entire production process, resulting in an artistic piece that embodies the rich musicality of Toshihide Tenma.
About Kagonoki
Kagonoki is a type of camphor tree that typically grows from Honshu to the west of Japan. It is named after the pattern of bark peeling off the trunk that looks like a deer's offspring.
In southern Kyushu region, the tree is sometimes called “Hoshikoga” (meaning “star” in Japanese) because the pattern resembles a star. The Kagonoki wood used in this project is a special wood grown in Takachiho Town, which is called the “Village of Myths”.
Takachiho Town is blessed with rich nature and is a popular healing destination and power spot, thanks to its many shrines and its association with several myths. The wood grown there has a beautiful grain nothing like others, and is recognized as Kagonoki, the sacred wood.
| Body Profile | Small Semi Jumbo |
|---|---|
| Cutaway | Florentine |
| Top | Solid Miyazaki Cedar |
| Back | Solid Kagonoki wood |
| Sides | Solid Kagonoki wood |
| Top Brace Pattern | Forward Shifted X-brace |
| Back Brace Pattern | Ladder-brace |
| Neck | Honduras Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Bridge | Ebony |
| Nut Width | 44mm |
| Scale Length | 652mm |
| Head Inlay | None |
| Position Inlays | None |
| Tuners | GOTOH/SGL510Z-EN07 GG |
| Nut | Bone |
| Saddle | Bone |
| Bridge Pins | Graph Tech/TUSQ |
| Strings | Jim Dunlop/DAP1254 |
| Finish | Gloss |
| Color | Natural - NAT |
| Case | Hard Case |
Features & Specifications
Miyazaki Cedar
Ji-Sugi (Japanese cedar) Top Harvested in Japan.
Rare Ji-Sugi (Japanese cedar) harvested in Miyazaki Prefecture in the Kyushu region is used for the guitar top. The beautiful grain created by the unique texture and the mysterious colors are in harmony with the artistic design. The sound hole rosette and bridge are specially designed for this special edition.
Japan Forest Project
The design of this guitar symbolizes the “Japan Forest” series which express the charm of Japanese woods.
This piece of work embodies the potential and beauty of Japanese craftsmanship through the sensibility of the master luthier Takumi Morinaka.
Kagonoki Wood Side & Back
The neat grain of this wood is reminiscent of traditional Japanese handcrafts. The Small Semi Jumbo body maximizes the characteristics of this wood.
Luthier Made Premium
SC-741LCKE / SJS-162T / M-164.OC / M-164.LC / M-162.OC / M-161.AD
