It’s all about the bamboo

Welcome to my little corner of the proverbial bamboo grove. Here you’ll find my natural bamboo flutes for sale, as well as instructions on how to play them.

When it comes to the craft, the most important thing for me is to preserve the natural character of the bamboo. The real art of this lies in making technically good instruments without erasing the bamboo’s character. In the world of shakuhachi this is known as Jinashi and Jimori  (地無し•地盛り). Most importantly, I leave my flutes unlacquered, so nothing smothers the original soul of the bamboo.

With my works you’ll hear the voices of nature, vast in their variety. This means that everyone can find a unique flute that truly speaks to them.

What keeps me coming back to a particular flute each day is the profound connection to a one of a kind instrument. It’s like talking with an old friend. That’s the magic. I want you to fully experience bamboo as well and find your special flute. Josen