Guitarists for Hire in Kyoto

Browse 551 guitarists available for hire in Kyoto, Japan, from acoustic soloists and instrumental performers to singer-guitarists covering pop, rock, jazz and more. Rated 5 out of 5 across 1,137 reviews from real clients.

All 551 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Kyoto. The nearest is based in Kobe, 40 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 1,137 reviews of Guitarists
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Cover duo performing popular pop and classic rock hits

Prague

Praha, Czech Republic · 5,554 miles away

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Solo guitarist, covers, entertainer, karaoke DJ

Prague

Praha, Czech Republic · 5,554 miles away

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Heartwarming Live Music by Sarah (Voice & Bass) and Gabriel (Voice & Guitar)

Vienna

Austria · 5,582 miles away

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A powerful solo performance built around rock energy, live vocals

Vienna

Austria · 5,582 miles away

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Cellist/Guitarist/Singer - Performing genres classical, romantic, folk, pop, etc

Oldenburg

Lower Saxony, Germany · 5,583 miles away

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Party Duo - Pop/Rock/Classics/Top40

Sofia

Sofia-Capital, Bulgaria · 5,584 miles away

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Duo

Sofia

Sofia-Capital, Bulgaria · 5,584 miles away

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Breathtaking instrumental music journey

Fethiye

Muğla, Turkey · 5,604 miles away

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Book from €1000 (EUR)

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Guitar player

Fethiye

Muğla, Turkey · 5,604 miles away

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Female vocalist on guitar/violinist/gypsy jazz/bossa nova/one-girl band

Groningen

Netherlands · 5,623 miles away

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Cellist/Guitarist, Improvisation/Blues/Classical

Inverness

Scotland, United Kingdom · 5,635 miles away

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Variety of covers music and tempos from 60s – today, can tailor a gig

Tauranga

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand · 5,652 miles away

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One man rock concert

Rosamond

California, United States · 5,655 miles away

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Country, Folk, Rock, Blues etc duet

Kos

South Aegean, Greece · 5,674 miles away

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Versatile guitar player

Glendale

California, United States · 5,681 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Guitarists in Kyoto?

¥Low price
from¥22,000JPY
¥¥Average price
from¥60,000JPY
¥¥¥High price
from¥180,000JPY

Guitar players mostly quote per set rather than per hour, with rates in Kyoto starting from about ¥22,000 for a single instrumental set, typical bookings around ¥60,000 and singer-guitarists bringing their own PA reaching ¥180,000+. Longer performances, weekend and peak-season dates, and sets that include vocals all push quotes up. When comparing quotes, check what each includes: amplification, travel and time to learn requested songs are sometimes itemised separately. Booking ceremony and reception music with the same performer often costs less than hiring two separate acts. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 29 enquiries for Guitarists at events in Japan, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 30 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
62% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
34% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of Guitarists available in Kyoto

5/5 from 1,137 reviews
Photo of Tom Sartori Tom Sartori "BOOK THIS BAND! Booking with Tom was singlehandedly the best decision we could have made for our wedding!! We went back and forth between a DJ or a band, and looking back now I can't imagine our wedding would have been half as fun if we booked with a DJ. Tom and his band absolutely ROCKED and people STILL compliment them when talking about our wedding. They kept the dance floor packed all night!! They were so accommodating with all of our requests, and made everything happen so seamlessly on the day of. One of my favorite parts was that with our first dance (we wanted the original played) they had the fiddle player playing along with it - this made it so much more special! Thanks so much Tom, y'all seriously ROCKED! I wish we could get married again just to party with y'all again!!! :)" Based in Kobe, Hyōgo (40 miles from Kyoto) Juliana B - Wedding Reception Photo of Studio 601 Studio 601 "Thank you and the team so much. It was crazy, we had a blast!" Based in Tokyo (227 miles from Kyoto) Scarlett - Wedding Photo of Johnny Guitar Johnny Guitar "I am a Singer/Guitarist backed by high quality backing tracks.To date I have about more than 1000 songs of all styles in my repertoire. Have been performing since early 80's in 13 countries in many venues,5 star hotels,restaurants ,special occasions ,galas soiree etc etc....13 countries include Asia,Europe and US. I take special requests from the audience." Based in Bangkok, Thailand (2,638 miles from Kyoto) Jean Descamps Photo of Fabão - MAMA Funker Fabão - MAMA Funker "I had chance to listen at Fabao and his guitar several times in Bangkok. He is really fun and his music so amazing. He plays different instruments but with the guitar and his bossanova he was entertaining all night long Great misician and singer Warm voice! My mom was in love for him as he dedicated a song to her ;)" Based in Bangkok, Thailand (2,638 miles from Kyoto) Alberto Photo of Acoustic Singer-Guitarist Acoustic Singer-Guitarist "Excellent entertainer very likable musician friendly and with an international reportuar very impressed with the Thai songs I will definitely recommend Marco to any establishment I’ll invite him to perform in my restaurant anytime his free but I know he has a tight schedule." Based in Phuket, Thailand (3,016 miles from Kyoto) Attilio Vitagliano - Restaurateur Photo of Akash Barnabas Akash Barnabas "Akash was great and played all our favourites for our group. His music and singing wowed our guests who participated in his singing whole heartedly. Would highly recommend him." Based in Singapore, Central Singapore, Singapore (3,104 miles from Kyoto) 20th August 2026 Reya - Private event

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for guitarists on Gig Heaven is ¥60,000, with rates ranging from ¥22,000 to ¥180,000+. Cost depends on performance duration, the guitarist's experience and whether the booking is for background music or a full live set. Guitarists on the platform cover a wide range of styles including classical, jazz, blues, rock, flamenco and pop.

The guitarists for hire cover a huge range of styles including classical, jazz, blues, flamenco, rock, pop, folk, fingerstyle and acoustic covers. Many guitarists are versatile performers who can switch between styles during an event to suit different moments.

Popular occasions for hiring guitarists include wedding ceremonies, drinks receptions, corporate dinners, private parties, restaurant entertainment and ambient background music. A solo guitarist provides versatile, elegant live music that suits both intimate and larger settings.

Most guitarists are happy to learn specific songs for key moments such as a ceremony entrance or first dance. Many have extensive repertoires covering popular songs, classical pieces and jazz standards. It is advisable to discuss song requests with the guitarist well in advance.

Many guitarists on Gig Heaven play both electric and acoustic guitar and can choose the instrument that best suits the event. Acoustic guitar provides a warm, intimate sound for ceremonies and dining, while electric guitar is better for rock, blues and higher-energy performances.

For small, quiet settings, many guitarists can perform acoustically. For larger venues, outdoor events or noisier environments, a small amplifier or PA system is usually needed. Most guitarists bring their own amplification. For the best experience, discuss the venue size with the performer.

One player can usually cover the whole day, moving from processional and signing music during the ceremony to background playing over drinks and dinner. Timings are agreed in advance, since the ceremony music has fixed cues while the reception is more flexible. Where the ceremony and the reception are in different spaces, allow time to move and set up between them.

Most bookings run to two or three hours of playing time, split into sets with breaks, though the total time on site is longer once setup and soundcheck are added. Shorter ceremony-only bookings of around 40 minutes are common and are priced differently. Ask for playing time rather than hours on site, as the two are not the same.

Outdoor playing is common for ceremonies and garden receptions, and most players are happy to do it given shade and a level surface. Direct sun and damp both affect a wooden instrument, so a covered area is worth arranging even in settled weather. Wind carries sound away quickly, so amplification is usually needed outdoors even for a small number of guests.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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