MIYAVI is best known for his totally unconventional approach to guitar—he ditches the pick entirely, instead using his fingers and a distinctive slap technique that's become his signature sound. He's toured the world relentlessly, notching six major world tours with over 250 shows across 30 countries in North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
In 2013, he shifted into new territory with "Ahead Of The Light," a single that blended his signature slap guitar with electro and dance beats. His self-titled album Miyavi dropped in Japan that same year and rolled out globally across Asia, Europe, and North America.
Beyond music, his work has landed him commercial gigs with major brands—Uniqlo, Toshiba, Nissan, Lotte, Otsuka Pharmaceutical, and others have featured his music in their ads. He's also caught the attention of fashion brands looking to collaborate with him.
His 2014 acting debut in Unbroken marked a significant turn; the film's message of peace aligned with values he'd already been exploring through his music. He's spoken about treating his body and soul as instruments—an approach he brought to his acting work just as much as his guitar playing.
Fans often call him the "Samurai Guitarist," a nod to both his Japanese heritage and his relentless drive to push toward the next level, whatever that might be.
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