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Acoustic Guitars | Acoustic guitar
New | Condition: Brand New
Headway  |  Product Code: 872630

Headway HD-YOZAKURA'26/STD Headway

$1,750.00
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Product Condition
Brand New Unused, as sold.
Mint Like new, no flaws.
Excellent Barely used, very minor wear.
Very Good Light wear, fully functional.
Good Visible wear, plays fine.
Fair Heavy wear, still playable.
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Description
From the Headway Standard Series comes the 2026 limited edition cherry blossom model, 'HD-YOZAKURA'26/STD'.

The Headway Sakura model, which has been around since 2014, is a special acoustic guitar unique to Headway, expressing the beauty of Japan's cherry blossoms through actual domestically sourced cherry wood and delicate inlay work.

The body top is made of Sitka spruce, and the sides and back are made of domestically sourced mountain cherry wood (Yamazakura). The powerful low-mids characteristic of hard mountain cherry wood, along with the sweet, warm sound unique to cherry wood, are its main attractions. It also boasts a rich resonance and excellent response thanks to its all-solid wood construction.

The 2026 model's color scheme is "Night Cherry Blossom Gradient," inspired by cherry blossoms swaying in the moonlight. The beautiful paintwork, layered with pink pearl, fantastically evokes the image of cherry blossom petals dancing in the night breeze and the shimmering night sky.

The headstock features a brushstroke-style design of a woman holding a Japanese umbrella. The fretboard uses multiple materials to create a beautiful inlay depicting the winding trunk of a cherry tree. The overall finish is highly artistic, evoking a sense of Japanese aesthetics.

The bracing utilizes the "34 Semi-Forward Shifted Scalloped X-Bracing," a unique design developed by Headway Master Builder Yasuo Momose after studying the structure of a 1934 vintage guitar. By positioning the X-bracing closer to the soundhole, it achieves excellent bass response and a rich volume. Furthermore, by positioning it approximately 5mm closer to the bridge than a forward shift, the stability of the top plate is also taken into consideration.

The body features a classic dreadnought shape, accommodating a wide range of playing styles from powerful strumming to delicate fingerpicking. This special, limited-edition guitar for 2026 combines Headway's signature craftsmanship with the beauty of Japanese cherry blossoms.

[SPEC]
Body Top: Sitka Spruce (Solid)
Body Side & Back: Yamazakura (Solid)
Neck: African Mahogany
Fingerboard: Richlite
Nut: Bone
Saddle: Bone
Machineheads: GOTOH SG301 AB01 GG
Frets: HHF-AG2S
Scale: 645mm (25.4 inches)
Neck Grip: Slim U
Width at Nut: 43mm
Bracing34Semi Forward Shifted, Scalloped X Bracing
Finish: Thin Urethane
Strings: Elixir NANOWEB Light (.012-.053)
Color: YZP-GRD (Night Cherry Blossom Pearl Gradient)
Accessories: Hard case, hex wrench, warranty card

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■ Condition

Items with “USED” in the product name are pre-owned and will be delivered as shown in the photos. Signs of wear may be present. All items are function-tested by our staff and rechecked before dispatch.

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Many products are stocked across Ikebe stores in Japan. As a result, shipment may take several days. In-store sales may also cause items to sell out. If an item is unavailable, we will contact you promptly; in that case, the order will be canceled and any payment will be refunded.

■ Shipping

Preparation: 2-3 business days (store transfer & inspection) DHL Express transit: 2–5 business days after dispatch.
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* Warranty

Our product warranty is valid only within Japan.

* Voltage

All electrical products are intended for the Japanese market and are designed for 100 V operation.

*Regarding transportation

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Furthermore, accessories and included items are also subject to these restrictions, so any items deemed ineligible for shipment will be removed before shipping. Please understand this in advance.

The final decision on whether or not to ship will be made by us based on the shipping company and relevant laws and regulations, and we cannot guarantee individual decisions in advance.

About us

Founded in 1975, Ikebe Music is one of Japan's largest general music stores.Thanks to its long history and proven track record, it has earned the trust of musicians and music fans not only in Japan but around the world.

Ikebe Music ships not only within Japan, but also overseas.As a well-known retailer of used musical instruments in Japan, we have a wide selection of used and vintage instruments.

We have a wide variety of unusual and rare instruments, so please take a look.Please note that new items that cannot be exported due to supplier agreements are not listed.

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In Japan, we operate 31 stores in Tokyo (Ikebukuro, Shibuya, Akihabara) and Osaka.

We have just opened our flagship store, IKESHIBU (IKEBE SHIBUYA), in Shibuya, Tokyo, which brings together numerous musical instrument specialty stores and serves as a hub for entertainment culture.

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About Shipping

We carefully pack every item with protective materials to ensure it arrives safely.
The photos above show an example of how we securely pack a bass guitar for shipping.

Regarding handling of used products

All used products sold by Ikebe Musical Instruments Store are inspected, working, and maintained, ensuring their safety and security. We inspect each item individually for defects before shipping.

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