◇ About the Maker ◇ We sell handmade shinobue flutes crafted by a father and daughter team in Shimane Prefecture. The father has been a shinobue instructor for about 25 years and is also a flute maker. We harvest female bamboo (shino bamboo) growing in the Shizumagawa River (formerly known as Ginzangawa River), dry it for over 3 years, and then use it to make shinobue and kagura flutes. ◇ Shipping Method ◇ We will ship via Yu-Pack (Japan Post) within 1-2 days of purchase. Please leave a comment if you need it urgently. ◇ Bundle Discount ◇ If you purchase 5 or more flutes, you will receive a 5% discount. Please let us know in the comment section before purchasing. ◇ Description ◇ Shinobue flutes that are accurate in key and can be used in ensembles or collaborations with other instruments are expensive. Therefore, the flute maker creates them for his students. The finger hole spacing is about 5mm narrower than an 8-hon choshi flute, making it easier for even elementary school students to cover the holes, making it ideal for children's introductory use. ◇ Included Accessories ◇ Instruction manual (fingering chart) 【Specifications】 ○ Length: Approximately 31.5cm, Thickness: Approximately 15mm (near the mouthpiece) ○ Material: Shino bamboo (female bamboo) (dried for over 3 years and then heat-treated) ○ Inner Holes: Synthetic red lacquer (cashew) coating ○ Outer: Synthetic transparent lacquer (cashew) coating ○ Binding Thread: Ivory color 12g of lead is inserted inside the head of the tube for stability adjustment. Wood putty is used for the mouthpiece reflector to prevent it from melting in the summer heat. Transparent lacquer (cashew) is applied to the binding thread, making it beautiful and long-lasting. The tuning is adjusted with a tuner to the second octave, making it possible to play in ensembles or with other instruments. ◇ Important Notes ◇ ※ These are 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 flutes before shipping, but if there are any initial defects, please contact us "before" you rate the item. We will promptly exchange it. ※ As these are natural products, there may be scratches or processing marks. These do not affect the sound. #UtaYo #UtaMono #Shinobue #Shinobue #Takebue #Yokobue #13-hon Choshi #Japanese BambooFlute