My Guitar Story: Inoue from J-Guitar

Hello. This is Inoue from Advance Guitars.

As I deal with used and vintage guitars on a daily basis,
I’m constantly reminded that there are stories between each guitar and its owner.

Previously, on the TCGAKKI YouTube channel, we featured a video by our staff titled “Which guitar would you never want to part with for the rest of your life?”



As you can see from these examples, instruments that have passed through people’s hands have a bond with their owners that goes far beyond just the model name—and when I think about it that way, I can’t help but feel that each guitar is truly one of a kind in the world.

And, though I may be overstepping my bounds, I, Inoue, was interviewed by J-Guitar, and I had the opportunity to share the instruments I actually own and the stories behind them.

My Guitar Story: A Music Store Owner and Manager’s Most Cherished Instrument

My honest impression after the interview was that
it was no different from what we share daily through our interactions with customers and on YouTube.

I think there were things I hadn’t been able to put into words until now,
but J-Guitar skillfully drew them out, and I’m overjoyed to have been able to put them into writing this time.
Thank you very much.

Among our customers, there are also those who say,

“My favorite musician used this in a live performance,”

—as some customers have fulfilled their dreams,

“I just felt a spark when I tried it in the store,”

—leading to those once-in-a-lifetime encounters,

and when you consider the journey that follows, I believe the relationship with an instrument itself is truly irreplaceable.

We would be delighted if we could help create cherished memories that you’ll look back on in 10 or 20 years.

Let’s enjoy the journey!!