SHOJI: New Steel Guitar Brand from Japan

fraser · Post by **fraser** » 8 Oct 2024 1:14 pm

Hi Toshiyuki,

This is great news. I own a 1995 Excel and a 2019 Excel so I am pleased to hear I can get parts when needed. I wish you lots of success.

Fraser

Doug Earnest · Post by **Doug Earnest** » 8 Oct 2024 2:19 pm

I would like to wish you the very best of luck on your new adventure. I believe you will continue with the fine craftsmanship of the Excel line and will continue to explore new ideas.

W. C. Edgar · Post by **W. C. Edgar** » 8 Oct 2024 4:38 pm

The disease Joe has is very interesting
It makes everyone 'sick' except the one who has it.
I would love to sit down and play one of these guitars!

John Larson · Post by **John Larson** » 14 Oct 2024 8:04 am

Steely Dan - Pearl of the Quarter [Pedal Steel Guitar Cover]

Wait that's you Shoji-san? I love this cover.

Toshiyuki Shoji · Post by **Toshiyuki Shoji** » 14 Oct 2024 4:31 pm

Yes.
Jeff Baxter is my favorite steel guitar player.
Glad you love my cover.

Toshiyuki Shoji · Post by **Toshiyuki Shoji** » 4 Nov 2024 4:37 am

Finally, the minimum production facilities are in place.

I am starting to place orders for parts and materials from suppliers with whom I have already negotiated prices.
Please give me a few moments to finalize the price.

I have an announcement regarding steel cases.
The travel case supplier that Excel used to deliver to us had gone out of business, and I was looking for a high-quality case to replace it.

I was able to make a deal with a manufacturer of a 4-wheel suitcase that is just the right size to hold a keyless, so I made a prototype using that.
The case is rather sturdy, thanks to the telescopic handle that acts as a backbone.

I intend to adopt this case and customers can also order a conventional hard case.

Thank you.

J D Sauser · Post by **J D Sauser** » 4 Nov 2024 5:35 am

GOOD!

I have flown an S12 as checked lugage internationally several times in one of the previous “flex” cases. Not only are the super light, which keeps the whole thing under the luggage weight limit, but I feel the handle abuse very well. Mine has a padded “pull over bag” which provides for added padding and prevents accidental opening.

… JD.

Tim Toberer · Post by **Tim Toberer** » 4 Nov 2024 6:40 am

All I can think about when I see these guitars is how nice it would be to own one! Stunning work!

Attention to detail at all levels. I can't wait to see how this all progresses, and how cool is it that we have a front row seat.

Levi Gemmell · Post by **Levi Gemmell** » 4 Nov 2024 12:29 pm

The flight case is another positive development, great to see, Toshiyuki!

Toshiyuki Shoji · Post by **Toshiyuki Shoji** » 20 Nov 2024 6:58 am

I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.

I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time.

Alan Seals · Post by **Alan Seals** » 20 Nov 2024 7:11 am

Toshiyuki Shoji wrote:I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.

I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time.

I have been playing Excel Superb I got this summer. Spectacular instrument. I am sure your new designs will be a success.

Stew Crookes · Post by **Stew Crookes** » 20 Nov 2024 7:15 am

Toshiyuki Shoji wrote:I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.

I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time.

Wishing you a full, and speedy recovery Toshi!

fraser · Post by **fraser** » 20 Nov 2024 9:40 am

Wishing you a quick recovery!

Fraser

Jon Light (deceased) · Post by **Jon Light (deceased)** » 20 Nov 2024 10:19 am

Toshiyuki Shoji wrote:I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.

I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time.

What terrible news Toshi. I hope for a full and quick recovery!

J D Sauser · Post by **J D Sauser** » 20 Nov 2024 6:31 pm

Toshiyuki Shoji wrote:I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.

I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time.

Wishing you a speedy and full recovery.
I understand Japan has some of the best health care.

... J-D.

Ross Shafer · Post by **Ross Shafer** » 21 Nov 2024 8:57 am

This is some sad news Shoji. It seems most people who contract this have a full recovery. I certainly hope that's the case for you. Sending the good mojo your way for a full and quick recovery!

Jerome Reinan · Post by **Jerome Reinan** » 26 Nov 2024 7:28 pm

Toshiyuki Shoji wrote:I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.

I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time.

Toshi, so sorry to hear about your illness. I wish you a speedy and full recovery.

Sonny Jenkins · Post by **Sonny Jenkins** » 27 Nov 2024 3:54 am

I just received an update on Toshi from Mrs. Shoji. She said that he seems to be a little better today,,,yesterday could not sit up, today he sat in his wheelchair a little while. This is such a tragedy to happen to such a good family,,,at such a bad time!!!

I'll tell my forum friends,,,this is the most respectful, honorable man, family,,that I've ever had the pleasure of knowing!!! Let's continue to keep them in our prayers. I know that when Toshi gets started building guitar, he will be a real innovator,,an asset to the PSG community.

Ross Shafer · Post by **Ross Shafer** » 25 Dec 2024 10:29 am

just thinking of you Shoji. I hope your health is coming back so that you can continue with your building plans.

Merry Christmas and best of luck in the New year!

steinar · Post by **steinar** » 28 Dec 2024 5:22 am

Hi. I have sent you a personal message as well as using your contact page.

Doug Taylor · Post by **Doug Taylor** » 28 Dec 2024 5:46 am

I hope you fully recover and can get back to normal life! I have know 2 guys that have had this and they both are doing fine now!

Sonny Jenkins · Post by **Sonny Jenkins** » 29 Dec 2024 6:01 am

Just got an email from Toshi,,,,he was discharged from hospital Friday, looks like a long, tough period of rehab at home and hospital. He sounds he positive, determined to fight this thing and win!!! Of course he can't start to think about building guitars yet,,,but no doubt he will!!! Let's keep him in our prayers.

Colin Boutilier · Post by **Colin Boutilier** » 29 Dec 2024 7:48 am

Sonny Jenkins wrote:Just got an email from Toshi,,,,he was discharged from hospital Friday, looks like a long, tough period of rehab at home and hospital. He sounds he positive, determined to fight this thing and win!!! Of course he can't start to think about building guitars yet,,,but no doubt he will!!! Let's keep him in our prayers.

I'm sure that I speak for everyone here when I wish him the very best in recovery and rehab.

steinar · Post by **steinar** » 1 Jan 2025 12:09 am

Wonderful news that he was released from hospital on Dec. 29. I wish him all the best for the new year and hope that he`ll be back in business when he`s fully recuperated. His new steel project looks like sure winner!

Toshiyuki Shoji · Post by **Toshiyuki Shoji** » 17 Jan 2025 1:11 am

I would like to inform you about the progress of my treatment and my health condition.
I had Guillain-Barre syndrome as well as Fisher's syndrome.
I have a feeling that my limbs are recovering from numbness and muscle weakness, albeit only slightly.
I also have diplopia and facial paralysis due to paralysis of the external ocular muscles.
The nerves damaged by the disease still need time to recover, but I will do my best in rehabilitation to avoid any aftereffects.
I sincerely appreciate your encouraging messages.

Thank very much!

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SHOJI: New Steel Guitar Brand from Japan

I hope you are better soon

Shoji

Shoji