Yamayu | Sudare Carving | Uwakakumaki | Kouki Decoration | Maki-e Mouthpiece | Nami-kou | 13-String Koto | 181cm Thank you for viewing. This is a 13-string koto manufactured by Yamayu, a trusted koto maker. It is a high-quality koto with many features, including a beautiful tiger-striped soundboard, sudare carving, kouki decoration, uwakakumaki, and a maki-e mouthpiece. ⸻ 【Product Features】 ■ ① Manufacturer: Yamayu A popular manufacturer known for its careful craftsmanship and high quality. ⸻ ■ ② Maki-e Mouthpiece The mouthpiece is decorated with elegant gold maki-e, depicting traditional patterns such as pine, bamboo, plum, and flowers. This is a beautiful design that enhances the overall formality of the koto. ⸻ ■ ③ Sudare Carving (Reed Carving) The reed-like carving applied around the sound holes on the back. This is a high-grade specification that requires more effort than ayasugi carving, and the finish gives a sense of dignity in both appearance and sound. ⸻ ■ ④ Kouki (Red Wood) Decoration Kouki is used for the ryuto (dragon head) and around the mouthpiece. The deep color gives a sense of luxury and is visually striking. ⸻ ■ ⑤ Uwakakumaki The edging on the ryuto side is the "Uwakakumaki" specification, a high-class decoration seen on high-end kotos. ⸻ ■ ⑥ Soundboard: Nami-kou This is Nami-kou, not a hollowed-out soundboard. It is easy to handle and suitable for practice. ⸻ ■ ⑦ Beautiful Tiger-Striped Soundboard The beautiful tiger-striped wood grain that emerges through soundboard burning. The appearance changes depending on the angle of the light, creating a soundboard with a strong presence. ⸻ 【Condition】 • Some scratches • Koto bridge marks (due to normal use) • No cracks or fatal damage to the wooden parts • Maki-e and kouki parts are in good condition • The strings are in the state before replacement, so it is recommended to tighten and tune the strings before use. Overall, the condition is between good and average. ⸻ 【Size】 • Length: 181cm • Width: Approximately 24cm This is a standard 13-string koto. ⸻ 【Accessories】 • Koto cover (with stains) ※ Everything in the photos is included. ⸻ 【Recommended Points】 • For those looking for a Yamayu koto • For those looking for a koto with beautiful wood grain • A koto that looks good as a practice instrument or as interior decoration • For those seeking a high-class specification with kouki decoration and uwakakumaki ⸻ 【Shipping】 It will be carefully packed and shipped via Mercari delivery service.