In 2001, AKIO became a guitarist of jazz unit FRIED PRIDE, and released their first album “Fried Pride” from the US Concord label. They were the first Japanese artist to release the album from Concord.
(2001)\t“Fried Pride”\tSwing Journal Magazine Gold Disc Award.FRIED PRIDE released 11 albums with guest recording artists such as Marcus Miller, Mike Mainieri, Sheila E., Gil Goldstein and others. Performed live around the world including the Blue Note New York.

In 2015, AKIO’s new challenge as a solo guitarist began. He has performed live in Germany, France, Luxembourg, and continue to expand his play-ground around the world
Enjoy my performance and own arrangements.