To commemorate the release of his full album "KINTSUGI" and his upcoming tour in Japan, we will be hosting a special demonstration event featuring Jack Gardiner, the guitarist from Liverpool, England, who has garnered worldwide attention for his exceptional technique and refined musicality!
On the day of the event, he will discuss the making of the long-awaited "KINTSUGI" album, as well as highlight the Ibanez AZ series, which he himself uses. He will demonstrate and compare several models, explaining the sound and characteristics of each in an easy-to-understand way.
Furthermore, drawing on his experience appearing in numerous official Ibanez promotional videos, he will talk extensively about how the AZ series and Ibanez effects pedals have influenced his sound creation and musicality, while also demonstrating them.
Don't miss this special event where you can experience the playing and talk of a top guitarist up close!
Date and time
Sunday, April 26, 2026:
Doors open at 15:30 / Show starts at 16:00 / Show ends at 17:30 (tentative)
* An autograph session will be held after the performance for those who purchased the eligible products.
* We will begin guiding attendees to line up outside the venue (or inside the venue in case of inclement weather) from 15:15.
* If you are not present at the time of lining up and registration, you may be directed to the back of the line for entry. Please understand this in advance.
* You may be asked to present identification for verification. If we are unable to verify your identity, you will be denied entry.
* Please cooperate with the staff's instructions regarding lining up for entry.
venue
Ikeshibu LIVES (Shibuya)
1F, Square B, 1-7-4 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0043
Visitor benefits
Attendees of the event will receive a special portrait card! In addition, up to 5 lucky attendees will be randomly selected to be invited to a post-event autograph session for purchasers of eligible products.
*The lottery method will be announced at the venue on the day of the event.
*Signatures will be limited to the portrait card given as a gift to attendees. Please understand in advance.
*Portrait cards are not for sale.
*They may be created and distributed at other events in the future. Please understand in advance.
Priority seating and autograph session invitation for purchasers of eligible products.
Customers who purchase eligible products at Ikebe Musical Instruments stores or the Ikebe Musical Instruments online store will be invited to priority seating and a post-performance autograph session.
Purchaser Benefit 1: Invitation to priority seating at the front!
Purchaser Benefit 2: Invitation to a post-performance autograph session and two-shot photo session!
* Autographs will be limited to the guitar itself that you purchased.
* Two-shot photos will be taken using the customer's smartphone or mobile phone. The photos will be taken by a staff member.
* Customers who have purchased the eligible product will be contacted by the store that handled the product to receive an invitation to priority seating for purchasers.
* Those who have purchased the eligible product do not need to apply for general admission.
* If you purchase the eligible product after applying for general admission, your general admission application will be canceled and you will be invited to priority seating for purchasers.
* Those who have purchased the eligible product should bring the guitar they purchased on the day of the event. You will be able to participate in the autograph session after the event ends.
* Please note that priority seating in the front row does not guarantee front row seating.
General application
First application period (seated / lottery)
: April 1st (Wed), 2026, 18:00 - April 5th (Sun), 2026, 20:00.
Announcement of winners: April 7th (Tue), 2026 (tentative).
Second
application period (seated / lottery): April 15th (Wed), 2026, 18:00 - April 19th (Sun), 2026, 23:59.
Announcement of winners: April 21st (Tue), 2026 (tentative).
*Applications for this event will be accepted through LivePocket-Ticket-
. *The following will be required at the time of registration. Please have them ready to present before entering.
● LivePocket-Ticket- QR code ticket (free registration)
● Ikebe Music Club membership card (free registration)
*Children under elementary school age do not need to present an Ikebe Music Club membership card.
*Each person may apply for only one ticket per application.
*Those aged 3 and over will need a LivePocket-Ticket-
QR code ticket. *Children under 3 years old will not be admitted. *
Multiple applications will be invalid.
*Seating will be unreserved.
*Please note that seats in the back may be chairs without backrests.
*Entry will be in the order of ticket number, from invited purchasers → first application → second application.
*Transferring tickets to someone other than the applicant is prohibited.
*If ticket resale or fraudulent activity is confirmed, the ticket will be invalidated and entry will be refused. * Please check
your application information on your LivePocket-Ticket-
My Page. *Please read the notes and other information on the application page carefully before applying.
*If you are using domain-specific email filtering or spam prevention features, please configure your settings to allow emails from the domains "@ikebe.co.jp" and "@livepocket.jp" before applying.
Appearance
Jack Gardiner
Jack Gardiner (born 1993) is a solo artist and session guitarist from Liverpool, England, currently based in Switzerland. He has garnered worldwide attention for his exceptional technique and refined musicality. Music media outlet Guitar World has described him as an "Ibanez-wielding Neural DSP enthusiast" and a "highly talented guitar player," praising his control, music theory, technique, and phrasing abilities, which are evident in his wide range of genre-crossing styles.
Jack began his professional career at the age of 15. At 16, he studied under world-renowned fusion guitarist Tom Quayle, an experience that greatly influenced the formation of his musical style and sound. His past collaborations include Henrik Linder (Dirty Loops), Riccardo Oliva & Gianluca Pellerito (Matteo Mancuso), and he has also conducted numerous masterclasses with Guthrie Govan, Andy Timmons, Nick Johnston, and Greg Howe.
On March 13, 2026, they released their long-awaited full album "Kintsugi," and are further expanding their global activities through new collaborations, master classes, clinics, social media content, and live performances.
Requests for those attending the event
・Wearing or removing a mask inside the venue is at your own discretion and discretion.
・There are other companies and shops adjacent to the venue. Please refrain from waiting on nearby premises.
・Smoking is prohibited inside the venue. ・
Eating and drinking are prohibited inside the venue. ・
There are no restrooms at the venue. Please use the restrooms at nearby public facilities.
・Moving around during the performance is prohibited. Please speak to a nearby staff member if you need to use the restroom or are feeling unwell.
・Recording or filming with cameras, video cameras, recording devices, smartphones, etc., during the stage event is prohibited. If you are found to be filming or filming, you will be asked to delete the data and leave the venue.
・You may be asked to leave if you film without permission or if you do not follow the instructions of the staff.
・We cannot store your luggage. Please refrain from bringing large luggage.
・Event details may change without notice. Please understand in advance.
Regarding the use of portraits, etc.
• This event may be featured in media coverage by Ikebe Musical Instruments Co., Ltd. or other media outlets. By participating, you agree to the use and reporting of your image and statements, as well as those of your companions.
Regarding the handling of personal information
The information you provide will be used for registration and attendance confirmation for this event. Please agree to our "Privacy Policy" on our website regarding the handling of personal information before applying.
inquiry
Grandy & Jungle (Shibuya)
1-7-4 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan Shibuya Square B 2F
TEL: 03-6433-7969 (11:00-20:00 / Closed on New Year's Day)
*Please note that we cannot respond to inquiries made through sales outlets other than the contact information provided, or through the inquiry form on the Ikebe website. Please contact us using the contact information above.
