1989 K.Yairi YW-400 – Handcrafted in Japan | Solid Top | D-45 Style | Hard Case

The K.Yairi YW-400 is a beautiful handcrafted acoustic guitar from 1989, built during a celebrated era of Japanese guitar craftsmanship. Made in Japan at the renowned Kani workshop, the YW-400 reflects K.Yairi's dedication to traditional craftsmanship, exceptional tonewoods, and outstanding playability.

This 1989 dreadnought features a beautifully preserved solid spruce top, paired with stunning rosewood back and sides, including an exceptionally attractive three-piece back construction. The contrasting rosewood grain creates a striking visual appearance, reminiscent of classic high-end Japanese and Martin-inspired acoustic designs.

The guitar features a rosewood fingerboard and bridge, complemented by an elegant multi-ring rosette, traditional black pickguard, and refined body binding. Its classic natural finish and beautifully detailed construction give the instrument a timeless vintage character.

Tonally, the YW-400 delivers a rich, open acoustic voice with excellent projection and balance. The bass is warm and full, the midrange is articulate and woody, and the trebles remain clear and sweet. The solid spruce top and rosewood body work beautifully together to produce a mature, resonant sound with excellent sustain and natural warmth.

The guitar responds beautifully to both strumming and fingerstyle, offering the rich tonal character and dynamic response that have made vintage Japanese acoustics increasingly desirable among players and collectors.

This example is in very good vintage condition, showing some honest cosmetic signs of use consistent with its age (please see photos). The neck is stable, the frets have been cleaned and polished, and the guitar has been professionally set up for comfortable playability.

The action is comfortably low at approximately 2.5mm on the low E / 2mm on the high E at the 12th fret, making it easy and enjoyable to play throughout the fingerboard.

It comes complete with a hard case for excellent protection during storage and transport.

🪵 Features

• Year: 1989
• Model: K.Yairi YW-400
• Origin: Made in Japan (Kani Workshop)
• Style: Dreadnought
• Top: Solid Spruce
• Back & Sides: Rosewood
• Back Construction: Beautiful Three-Piece Rosewood Back
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Bridge: Rosewood
• Finish: Natural Gloss
• Binding: Decorative Multi-Ply Binding
• Action: 2.5mm (Low E) / 2mm (High E) @ 12th Fret
• Included: Hard Case

✅ Condition

• Very good vintage condition with natural signs of use
• Beautifully preserved solid spruce top
• Stunning three-piece rosewood back with striking wood grain
• Stable neck with healthy frets
• Frets and fingerboard cleaned and polished
• Professionally cleaned and set up
• Comfortable low action: 2.5mm / 2mm @ 12th fret
• Beautifully preserved vintage appearance
• Fully functional and ready to play

🎁 Includes

Hard Case

🎼 Why Buy This Guitar?

The K.Yairi YW-400 represents the beauty of traditional Japanese guitar-making, combining decades of skilled craftsmanship with carefully selected tonewoods and timeless Martin-inspired styling. Handcrafted in Japan in 1989, this instrument offers the warmth, resonance, and mature character that make vintage K.Yairi acoustics so special.

What truly sets this example apart is its stunning three-piece rosewood back, featuring beautifully contrasting grain patterns that give the guitar a distinctive, premium appearance. Combined with its solid spruce top, comfortable low action, and rich, expressive tone, the YW-400 offers an exceptional playing experience.

Whether you're a dedicated player or a collector of vintage Japanese instruments, this 1989 K.Yairi YW-400 is a wonderful example of quality craftsmanship, natural beauty, and musical character — professionally set up and ready to enjoy.

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