HD-SHIKIZAKURA’25/STD

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A “Sakura x Autumn Leaves” 2025 model with the motif of Obara’s “Four Seasons” Sakura trees

「Autumn Redpink Pearl」That changes expression depending on the angle

The “Autumn Redpink Pearl” coloring expresses the pink of cherry blossoms and the red of autumn leaves. Finished with a pearl coating that changes hue depending on the viewing angle, revealing different expressions of this complex color.

Swallows and Sakura

A design featuring the swallow, a bird deeply familiar to the Japanese people. The swallow is also a bird with ties to Headway; the late Master Builder Yasuo Momose looked forward to the swallows that visited his workshop every spring. This design focuses on the memory of the current master builders’ mentor and the subtle beauty of the Japanese landscape.

Inlay work depicting cherry blossoms in full bloom

One of the elements symbolizing the Sakura model is the cherry blossom inlay skillfully crafted from acrylic and wood on the fingerboard. Additionally, the pickguard features purpleheart wood with its distinctive purple hue, incorporating a design that recreates the image of cherry blossoms.

Body made from Japanese Yamazakura wood

The back and sides are crafted from Yamazakura wood (also known as wild or mountain Sakura) sourced domestically. This wood possesses exceptional hardness, delivering rich low-mid ranges while maintaining the sweet, characteristic sound unique to Sakura wood.

34 Semi-Forward Shifted Bracing

Headway Master Builder Yasuo Momose studied the bracing of a 1934 vintage guitar and developed his own unique bracing system. This layout is closer to a “semi-forward shift” than a true forward shift, positioning the X-bracing intersection approximately 4.6mm closer to the bridge. Its significant appeal lies in its enhanced structural stability. The result is a sound that retains the warmth and harmonic richness characteristic of forward-shift bracing while delivering a responsive, brilliant tone and delicate touch.