97 Years ofMusical Innovation
Since 1927, three generations of the Kawai family have dedicated their lives to crafting inspiration through innovative piano technology, scientific research, and an unwavering commitment to quality.
Our Philosophy: Crafting Inspiration
Kawai's philosophy combines traditional Japanese values of excellence and attention to detail with innovative thinking and scientific advancement.
Music is for Everyone
From our founding, Kawai has believed that quality instruments should be accessible to musicians at every level, not just the elite.
Scientific Innovation
We combine traditional Japanese craftsmanship with cutting-edge research and testing to continuously advance piano technology.
Crafting Inspiration
Every piano we create is designed to inspire musicians to reach new heights of musical expression and artistic achievement.
Three-Generation Legacy
Our family leadership ensures that Kawai's values and commitment to excellence are maintained across generations.
A Legacy of Innovation
From Koichi Kawai's vision in 1927 to today's cutting-edge technology, explore the milestones that have shaped our company and the piano industry.
Foundation
Koichi Kawai, former apprentice to Torakusu Yamaha, establishes Kawai Musical Instruments with a vision to democratize access to quality pianos.
Second Generation Leadership
Shigeru Kawai becomes president, introducing a scientific approach to piano innovation and establishing the foundation for modern Kawai technology.
ABS Technology Revolution
Kawai introduces revolutionary ABS composite materials for piano actions, later proven at Cal Poly to be superior to traditional wood in durability and consistency.
Third Generation & Global Expansion
Hirotaka Kawai takes leadership, introducing robotics in manufacturing and expanding Kawai's global presence while maintaining traditional craftsmanship values.
Millennium III Action
Launch of the revolutionary Millennium III Action, representing the pinnacle of composite action technology and setting new standards for touch and response.
Continued Excellence
97 years later, Kawai continues to lead with 61+ international competition victories and instruments trusted by artists and institutions worldwide.
Revolutionary Technologies
Kawai's commitment to scientific research and innovation has produced groundbreaking technologies that have redefined what's possible in piano design and performance.
ABS-Carbon Composite Technology
Scientifically proven superior to traditional wood, our ABS-Carbon composite actions provide unmatched consistency, durability, and resistance to environmental changes.
Key Benefits:
- 10x more resistant to humidity
- Consistent touch over decades
- No seasonal adjustments needed
Millennium III Action
The culmination of decades of research, featuring extended key length, carbon fiber reinforcement, and precision engineering for ultimate control and expression.
Key Benefits:
- Enhanced repetition speed
- Improved dynamic control
- Competition-grade precision
Progressive Harmonic Imaging
Advanced sound sampling technology that captures the complete harmonic spectrum of our concert grands, providing unprecedented realism in digital pianos.
Key Benefits:
- 88-key sampling
- Multiple velocity layers
- Authentic resonance modeling
Competition Heritage
Kawai pianos have been the choice of competition winners for decades, with our Shigeru Kawai concert grands earning 61+ international competition victories.
Experience 97 Years of Innovation
Discover how Kawai's legacy of innovation, scientific research, and family dedication can enhance your musical journey.