This is an authentic Japanese flute (shinobue) for traditional Japanese music, suitable for festivals, with the ancient Japanese scale. It is a "koten-cho" (classical style) flute. I purchased it one month ago and have used it a few times. Please take a close look at the pictures. I don't think there are any scratches, but please understand that this is based on my own observation. ★ I do not smoke. ★ I do not have any pets. #Shinobue #Shizan #8 Hon-choshi (key) #Koten-cho (classical style) #7 Holes