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AUTHENTIC 2.4 JAPANESE SHAKUHACHI BASS FLUTE by MASTER ICHIJO KOBAYASHI

Estimated price for orientation: 2 900 $

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Description
Brand: Myoan Ryu (School) Model: TENSEI Line S 1960's Japanese shakuhachi
Skill Level: Advanced Professional Color: Authentic Japanese Madake bamboo
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan TENSEI Line by Perry Yung: Authentic Japanese crafted shakuhachi


Welcome to Yung Flutes Shakuhachi. Perry Yung trained in Japan under Kinya Sogawa for professional shakuhachi crafting in the Chikusing Tamai (Jiari - fine-tuned) and Watazumi (jinashi/hotchiku - natural bore) lineages. He is a multi-grant recipient from the Japan United States Friendship Commission (2003) and Asian Cultural Council (2014) specializing in shakuhachi.
"Over the past four decades, I have seen the cost of good bamboo shakuhachi from Japan go up and up. They have now become more than many of my students are willing or able to spend. This is especially so with people just starting off on their shakuhachi journeys. Recently, I asked Perry if he had any reasonably priced shakuhachi for sale. He sent me two of his Tensei flutes. They were exactly what I was after. I've only seen two of Perry's Tensei flutes so far, but they certainly won't be the last I'll be getting for my students. Knowing Perry's penchant for perfection, I can comfortably give his flutes my highest recommendation." ," - Riley Lee, Dai Shihan, Organizer of the World Shakuhachi Festival, Sydney, Australia 2008. - Riley Lee
I am playing as neutrally as possible to show the natural tuning, response and tone color (voice) of the flute.
Details
2.4 length pitched in A (A =440hz). Original Ivory Silver-lined Water Buffalo Horn, KINKO Ryu blowing edge inlay. Beautiful, symmetrical root end Advanced, professional level Japanese cap size 7. Medium weight 460 grams. Full technical support M-F, 9am - 5pm EST (646) 942-7540 This is a professional level authentic Kinko Ryu shakuhachi instrument crafted around 2000 in Osaka Japan, by the very well-respected and renown craftsman Ichijo Kobayashi. Kobayashi apprenticed with Chikusen Tamai, one of the great shakuhachi masters who apprenticed many of the world's most respected shakuhachi craftsmen alive today. The flute plays the classical shakuhachi music and Western music with a wide dynamic range of expression. It is limited only by the player's ability. On the Japanese market place this flute is valued around $4000. It was purchased directly from Ichijo about 10 years ago by New York Shakuhachi teacher, performer and Dai Shihan master James Nyoraku Schlefer. James had me add a binding to stop a potential leak from a superficial crack under the #4 hole a few years back (see pic). This flute was then obtain by one of James' students who I am helping out here by making it available to the world. I do not normally do this but I know the flute well and am happy to offer my full guarantee to help find it a good, proper home. Having served the international shakuhachi community by providing all aspects of professional shakuhachi work for nearly 20 years (flutes, repairs, workshops and performances), I and am proud to say I offer The Best Guarantee in the world. - full servicing and support. Read more FAQs on my page on the different types of shakuhachi instruments to learn what might be right for you. I welcome all questions. All my instruments are 100% guaranteed for any reason.
Original utaguchi inlay. All angles and facets are standard as expected by the Japanese and mainstream shakuhachi community.  Snug original nakatsuki joint. Ichijo's Hanko Stamp
Shipping:
I usually ship on the next business day unless the payment was received on a Friday, weekend or holiday. International shipping is done through United States Postal Service International Priority Express Mail and is estimated around 10 -14 days more or less (we never know what happens at your customs department). All International shipping is flat rate of $68. I do my best to help save the planet so I hope you do not mind if your flute is securely packed in clean, recycled materials.
Yung Flutes Guarantee
Lastly, as a Japanese trained, traditional craftsman, I can service any aspect of your instrument should it become damaged. I'm proud to say there is no other guarantee like it in the world.
About Perry Yung
Received the Japan-United States Friendship Commission Artist Grant in 2002 allowing him to travel across Japan to specifically study under shakuhachi makers and players, most notably under Kinya Sogawa, a live-in apprentice to Chikusen Tamai, the renown maker who taught many of today's most respected professional makers including Ichijo Kobayashi, Hoshi Bonchiku, Yamaguchi Shugetsu and Tom Deaver. Teaches shakuhachi making workshops in shakuhachi camps, zen monasteries and in colleges and universities across America. Performed in concert and recorded with composer Vangelis in Doha, Qatar for an upcoming concert CD. Received 2014 Asian Cultural Council Artist Fellowship Grant for historical shakuhachi instruments and music research in Japan. At the core of my art practice is the mission to make society a better place, to leave this world better than I found it. On a utilitarian level, I have been donating to UNICEF since 1980. With the help of eBay, hundreds of shakuhachi players, musicians, zen practitioners and plain folks worldwide have joined me. I invite you to join us in helping to make a difference in the lives of the world's most underprivileged children.
"Hi Perry, You are an eBay Giving Works super star! - United States Fund for UNICEF. We wanted to take a minute to thank you for your generosity. Your dedication to making the world a better place with eBay Giving Works is truly appreciated. Keep up the fantastic work! - Best, Kristin Cunningham, General Manage - eBay Giving Works & Sean Milliken, Executive Director - MissionFish"


I often receive questions pertaining to the many kinds shakuhachi auctions on eBay, which I am always happy to answer. These days I find it necessary to direct interested parties to two eBay guides I wrote that will help inform the serious buyer of a fine shakuhachi. Please click on the links below to do some research before purchasing a shakuhachi. Education is empowerment.
Email me with ANY questions what so ever! A deep bow - PerryNamaste