Thank you very much for viewing. I am a gagaku (Japanese court music) hichiriki player with over 50 years of experience, selecting high-quality reeds and crafting over a thousand per year. These reed tongues are made from high-quality reeds from Udono, carefully selected and dried in the shade for approximately 1.5 to 2 years. They are then smoked over an irori (sunken hearth) for over 10 years, resulting in a reed of the highest quality, boasting both superior sound and durability. The caps, binding, and Japanese paper are also carefully chosen, using the finest materials cultivated over many years. Please refer to past reviews of my reeds for a better understanding. These reeds are finished with great care, allowing for comfortable playing. They are generally sized to fit any hichiriki, including those with plastic tubes. However, I can accommodate requests for thicker or thinner reeds. While I finish the reeds so that even beginners and women can easily produce a sound, please be aware that they will not sound with a light or weak breath. As my teacher in the musical ensemble says, "To produce a good sound and tone, it is important to blow with all your might..." The price of a single reed is somewhat high, but if you are not satisfied, I will handle returns and exchanges. I am confident that you will be satisfied with these reeds, so please give them a try. Thank you for reading this long description. I look forward to your consideration.