◇ About the Makers ◇ We sell handmade shinobue flutes crafted by a father and daughter team in Shimane Prefecture, with the father having about 25 years of experience as a shinobue instructor and flute maker. We make shinobue and kagura flutes from female bamboo (shinotake) harvested from the Shizumagawa River (formerly the Ginzangawa River), dried for over 3 years. ◇ Shipping Method ◇ We will ship within 1-2 days of purchase via Yu-Pack from Yu-Yu Mercari. If you need it urgently, please leave a comment. ◇ Tuning ◇ Tuned to the Western musical scale of 440Hz using a tuner, matching the high register (second octave), allowing for ensemble playing and performance with other instruments. Tuned to allow for the low register (first octave), high register (second octave), and very high register (third octave) to be played with breath control. Included: Instruction manual (fingering chart) 【Specifications】 ○ Length: Approximately 39cm, Diameter: Approximately 17.5mm (near the mouthpiece) ○ Material: Shinotake (female bamboo) (dried for over 3 years, then heat-treated) ○ Bore: Painted with synthetic azuki-colored lacquer (cashew) ○ Exterior: Painted with synthetic transparent lacquer (cashew) ○ Binding Thread: Ivory color ◇ Description ◇ 16g of lead is inserted inside the head joint for stability adjustment. Wood filler is used for the mouthpiece reflector to prevent melting in the summer heat. Transparent lacquer (cashew) is applied to the binding thread for beauty and durability. ◇ Request ◇ ※ Handmade. We offer these at an affordable price because we want many people to experience the shinobue. Please understand this, check the condition in the photos, and refrain from purchasing if you are a perfectionist. ※ We inspect the product before shipping, but if there are any initial defects, please contact us "before" giving a reception evaluation. We will promptly exchange the item. Returns and cancellations are not accepted. ※ As these are made from natural bamboo, there may be scratches or processing marks. These do not affect the sound. #ForUta #Utamono #Shinobue #Shinobue #BambooFlute #Yokobue #9HonChoshi #Japanese Bamboo Flute