This is the Emishi flute from Negishi Shinobue Kobo. This type does not have a mouthpiece directly below the node. It is recommended for those who are bothered by the node and find it difficult to play. This is the original pitch of the Emishi flute. (440-445Hz at 15°C) This flute has been passed down in the Tohoku region since ancient times. It is believed to have been used by the Emishi people for purposes such as burying and memorializing the dead. It is also thought to have been used to encourage those suffering from the loss of a loved one or from illness. (There are many tales and legends about the Emishi people in the Tohoku region.) It is also said to be the flute used by Minamoto no Yoshitsune in his childhood (Ushiwakamaru). It is said to have been brought from South America, but the details are unknown. The bamboo nodes are formed according to the purpose. (Natural law) In the case of the Emishi flute, if certain conditions are met, regardless of the thickness, hardness, or length, the mouthpiece is opened just below the node, and finger holes are opened between the nodes, the tube itself will resonate slowly without blowing at 15°C, and it will be tuned to a 440-450Hz G pipe (standard Do-Re-Mi scale, six holes, three-key tuning). (The hertz is slightly higher than in current music.) From the Meiji era to the beginning of the Showa era, small elementary schools in mountain villages did not have organs. The Emishi flute was used to teach warabe uta (children's songs) and folk songs. I have heard stories from people who actually sang children's songs with the Emishi flute. They said it was very enjoyable and brought tears to their eyes when they remembered it. They said the Emishi flute was easy to sing with. I have been researching physics using the laws of nature for many years and can identify bamboo that meets the conditions. After the Great East Japan Earthquake of 3.11, I revived the flute with the aim of memorializing the deceased and to encourage those who are suffering. Many festival flutes in the Tohoku region are based on the Emishi flute for hayashi and kagura performances. (Akita Kanto Festival, Morioka Sansa Odori, hayashi and kagura in the inland areas of Akita, Iwate, and Yamagata prefectures, kagura on the coast of Iwate Prefecture, etc.) Thickness: Approximately 24.2 mm at the mouthpiece Length: Approximately 43.2 cm Mouthpiece size: Approximately 14 mm Bamboo hardness: 2 on a scale of 5. Thickness: Normal Range: From the fundamental tone to the high tone 6 (a fingering chart is available) Due to the use of natural materials and handmade construction, there may be variations in color, shape, curvature, and scratches. Please note that price reductions are not possible. Thank you very much.