KUKYO Japanese Zen Shakuhachi Pentatonic end-blown flute with natura bell root. KINKO-ryu 1.8 feet .Mouthpiece on joint. Quality flute, Good for serious flautist, good for any seasoned player.

● KUKYO professional root-end shakuhachi are made of exceptionally fine Madake bamboo obtained from mainland China . These quality instruments are also made from rare quality bamboo whose beautiful color and mottled exterior conforms to the very highest aesthetic for shakuhachi. ● KUKYO quality bamboo for flute making is very difficult to find. Exacting specifications demanded by the traditional aesthetic, which considers size, shape, color, root structure and nodal configuration, combine to make the search for shakuhachi bamboo a formidable one. A large grove of Madake bamboo provides the maker with only a limited number of usable pieces. Acquisition of bamboo for shakuhachi is also limited by the fact that harvesting occurs only during winter months before the sap has risen in the plant. All these factors combine to make madaké for shakuhachi a truly precious resource. ● KUKYO quality shakuhachi is determined by two factors. Aesthetics of the bamboo as distinguished by its size, color, shape, nodal placement and root configuration. Performance of the instrument is reflected in its tonal quality, balance of notes, resonance and responsiveness. KUKYO shakuhachi are carefully evaluated, graded and priced with all of these factors in mind. each of KUKYO quality hakuhachi need 10days to complete all of process. ● KUKYO Shakuhachi are quality instruments. they are preferred by many traditional teachers for beginning , intermediate and very advanced (professional level) students. Professional root-end shakuhachi provide an affordable alternative to imported Japanese flutes to which they compare favorably in terms of performance, appearance, durability and cost. These instruments are being used by teachers and professional musicians throughout the world.