AOYAMA MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MANUFACTURING COMPANY to make stringed instruments including violin and cello in the region of Fukui 1897. When his descendant MASAO AOYAMA, who had an overwhelming love of the harp, assumed control of the business he was able to dedicate himself to making his charming instrument. MASAO AOYAMA with his skills and inspiration, started the production of Aoyama Folk Harps. more... See more text