Fender Flagship Tokyo Launches Hokusai-Inspired Guitar Series for First Anniversary

On June 11, Fender Flagship Tokyo opened reservations for Made in Japan Art Canvas Hokusai, a collection of three electric guitars with designs inspired by Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849).

Hokusai is best known for his ukiyo-e style woodblock prints depicting various views of Mount Fuji at different times and seasons. Three of his most popular works are featured in the collection, which is limited to 198,000 yen each.

▼ Made in Japan Esquire® Fine Art Canvas, The Great Wave

Fender Flagship Tokyo Launches Hokusai-Inspired Guitar Series for First Anniversary

▼ Original work

This drawing is inspired by one of Hokusai’s most iconic works, The Great Wave off Kanagawa. It is the first work in his series of artworks Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji. It was made in the early 1830s.

▼ Made in Japan Esquire® Fine Art Canvas, Mount Fuji

▼ Original work

The original work on which this drawing is based is known as Thunderstorm Beneath the Summit or Rainstorm Beneath the Summit. Judging from the appearance of the mountain and clouds, this work is likely based on a view of the west face of Mount Fuji.

▼ Made in Japan Art Canvas Esquire®, Tama River

▼ Original work

Inspired by the Tama River in Musashi Prefecture, this work depicts Mount Fuji as seen from present-day Tokyo. This particular work features characters as well as a natural landscape, adding a playful contrast.

To reserve one of these Hokusai masterpieces on Made in Japan art canvas, you’ll need to visit the Fender Flagship Store in Tokyo in person to fill out a reservation form and the money for the instrument. The guitars are expected to ship in late November 2024. If you’re thinking about getting one of these bad boys, we’ve got the store address below.

Store Information

Fender’s Flagship in Tokyo

Address: Tokyo-to, Shibuya-ku, Jingumae 1-8-10

Japanese carp fishing boat in the harbor 1-8-10

Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Closed during New Year holidays

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