Japanese piano makers overhaul business strategy due to declining demand in China
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Yamaha Corp., Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing Co., Roland Corp.
China and Japan
October 2026
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Major Japanese piano makers are restructuring their businesses following a sharp decline in Chinese demand. The decline is attributed to the 2021 scrapping of an education policy that favored artistic skills. Companies like Yamaha and Kawai are shifting focus to other markets and new customer segments.
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