Takeshi Nishimoto is a classically-trained guitarist and composer from Fukuoka, Japan who is conversant with European, Northern Indian and American jazz classical traditions. In addition to collaborations with diverse artists late sitar master Rahul Sakyaputra to I'm Not a Gun associate John Tejada, Nishimoto has also performed extensively as a solo artist. Nishimoto is currently involved in many projects, ranging from soundtracks to gallery-based sound installations. His unique style of guitar playing makes him both a much sought-after collaborator and mentor for a broad range of musical projects.