1.8 Jiari Shakuhachi

Beautiful Shakuhachi (Ji Ari)
(TRADITIONAL CRAFTING)
- Powerful sound Refined Ji Ari Bore.
- Root End
- buffalo horn with Sterling Silver Band inlayed into blowing edge
- 2 inlayed bindings coated with high quality Urushi.
-Inner bore finished with black urushi japanese lacquer.
- Custom carrying case w/plastic bag for storing your shakuhachi to prevent from cracks. Specially made for bamboo, thicker than normal plastic bag. Fits in case. Hand made Shakuhachi cleaner.
- Amazing for playing honkyoku and meditation.
- Exterior high speed polished

Each Ji-Ari Shakuhachi that I make takes me about 1-2 months to complete. it is a process of patience and refinement. This one turned out beautiful and has a harmonious and balanced sound unique to the Ji-Ari style.

The process of making a jiari shakuhachi involves a delicate blend of traditional craftsmanship and natural materials. To begin, urushi is applied, a natural lacquer derived from the sap of the urushi tree, which provides both beauty and durability to the shakuhachi. This lacquer is carefully layered on the bamboo, allowing for a smooth, lustrous finish that enhances the instrument's aesthetic qualities. In combination with urushi, tonoko powder, made from finely ground clay, is mixed in to create a unique texture and tonal quality. This powdered clay is often used to fill in any imperfections in the bamboo, ensuring a refined surface that contributes to the rich sound of the shakuhachi.
The harmonious blend of urushi and tonoko is essential in producing a jiari shakuhachi, making it not just an instrument, but a work of art steeped in tradition