Events - WGC - WORLDWIDE GUITAR CONNECTIONS

10/08/26 Meet Luthier So Kimishima, president of KOHNO GUITAR, JAPAN

Join us in person in a fantastic location near Trafalgar Square, London, for a relaxed session with luthier So Kimishima, the heart and soul behind KOHNO GUITAR in Japan, and see in person one of his superb instruments, considered absolute masterpieces by specialists in many countries. Perfect chance to chat, learn about guitar making, and enjoy good vibes with fellow guitar lovers. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity!<br><br>DATE<br>August 10, 2026 (Monday)<br><br>TIME<br>6.30pm - 8.30pm<br><br>LOCATION<br>Castiglione<br>17 Whitcomb Street, London, WC2H 7HA<br><br>AGENDA<br><br>6.30pm<br>Fabricio Mattos introduces Kohno Guitar and So Kimishima.<br><br>6.45 PM - 7:15 PM<br>So Kimishima talks about the history of Kohno Guitar and their present activities, using a newly built guitar of his own and the recently released WGC documentary about Kohno&#39;s workshops to explain their activities in more detail.<br><br>7:15 PM - 7:30 PM<br>Performance<br><br>7:30 PM - 8:30 PM<br>Q &amp; A and chat with So Kimishima &amp; Fabricio Mattos