Japanese Bamboo Flutes

Shinobue Japanese Bamboo Flutes


Shinobue is a side blown bamboo flute from Japan. It is used at traditional festivals, Japanese Lion dance, Shrine Music, Folk music. It is the most popular Japanese Traditional Instrument.

There are many kinds of Shinobue, for example differing length, tuning, scales, number of finger holes and designs. Particular Shinobue are used in certain areas and situations.

Rippei Mizuochi crafts professional Shinobues in Saitama, Japan and incorporates modern design with traditional Japanese asthetic.

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