Mujitsu/Taimu Shakuhachi

Mujitsu Chinese root shakuhachi are relatively inexpensive flutes which have a smooth, rich tone. These are completely natural and unadorned bamboo shakuhachi. They are made entirely by subtraction under the philosophy of maintaining the integrity of the material while following the path of least resistance. Many jinashi shakuhachi teachers use Mujitsu Chinese Rootend Shakuhachi for their students.

Root bamboo has a naturally tapered bore which gives the flute back pressure. This allows for greater depth of tone than straight bore flutes.

This flute making approach is designed to attain the best possible sound quality and playability at the lowest possible price. I find it an interesting and demanding challenge searching for this compromise. Much of my experience with professional grade madake shakuhachi go into these flutes. I enjoy making these as an alternative to

my higher end shakuahchi. I'm pleased with their quality as well as with customer feedback. It is ideal for beginners or experienced players who desire a mechanically sound, meditative/solo level flute for a relatively low price.

Click on video of a Chinese root shakuhach in the key of C#

All Chinese root shakuhachi are cut to their natural length and well tuned to themselves.

Standard Quality Chinese Root Shakuhachi

Small 1.3 to1.7 (approx. 16" to 20")
$150

Medium 1.8 to 2.0 (approx. 21" to 25")
$175

Large 2.1 to 2.3 (approx. 26" to 30")
$200

Shipping in US $8 ($10 for larger flutes)
(This shipping amount is already included on the PayPal "Buy Now" links. If you are outside the US, please contact me for your shipping rate)

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Higher Quality Chinese Root Shakuhachi

Prices usually range from $250 to $500 depending on bamboo quality, playability, application of urushi, etc. These are excellent values considering their quality. Please contact me for availability.

Top - 1.9 Chinese root. Very nice player. $275 SOLD
Middle - 1.9 Chinese root. $225 SOLD
Bottom - 2.0 Chinese root. $200