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First Japanese-made Reed Organ
- When
- 1887
- Where
- Hamamatsu
Torakusu Yamaha produced the first Japanese-made reed organ in 1887, two months after starting the project, establishing his reputation as a pioneer in instrument manufacturing.
In 1887, Torakusu Yamaha and his colleague produced the first Japanese-made reed organ. This achievement occurred two months after the project began. Torakusu built a second organ in the remaining two months of the year, demonstrating his capability and commitment to reed organ manufacturing in Hamamatsu.
Sources
- Torakusu Yamaha Wikipedia, revision of 2026-03-02
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