This is a shakuhachi flute made by Ginko Nakamura of Utanedo, with a length of 1 shaku 8 sun (approximately 54.5 cm). In China, the number of shakuhachi players and flute makers has been increasing. The foundation for this was laid by Ginko Nakamura, who taught performance techniques and flute-making techniques in China several decades ago. He also received the bamboo name "Joun" at the Komuso temple, Myoan-ji. The tone is bright and resonant in both the Otsu and Kan tones, creating a華やかな (splendid/glorious) atmosphere. The slightly shallow, semi-circular utaguchi (blowing edge) produces a good sound with just a light breath. This shakuhachi can be used for sankyoku ensemble (traditional Japanese music for three instruments), komuso music (music played by wandering monks), and contemporary music. I like its cool appearance, especially the shape of the tube end, and I used it as a sub-tube for pop music performances and sankyoku ensembles. Utaguchi inner diameter: Approximately 20mm Utaguchi outer diameter: Approximately 39mm Tube end inner diameter: Approximately 17mm Tube end outer diameter: Approximately 43mm Weight: Approximately 389g A thin crack is visible on the surface of the back hole, but it does not affect the playing. ※Photos ④⑤⑨ Price negotiation is not possible.