Hichiriki Reed (For do-ri.jp Only)

Thank you for viewing. This reed is made from carefully selected, high-quality reeds from the Udono region. After being air-dried for approximately 1.5 to 2 years, it has undergone a soot-curing process for over 10 years. This is a top-quality reed that combines both excellent sound quality and durability, and it's no exaggeration to say so. We have also paid close attention to the cap, cement, and Japanese paper, using the finest materials cultivated over many years. We believe our past customer reviews will help you understand the quality of our reeds.

Allow us to elaborate a bit. When we talk about soot-curing, there are various methods. Some involve artificially applying soot using a smoker with smoke from waste wood, fallen leaves, or dry leaves. Others involve soot-curing for only a few months or years. While these are all forms of soot-curing, what is true soot-curing? It's not like that. True soot-curing involves the natural oils from trees felled in the mountains rising with the smoke and settling onto the reeds over many years, nurturing them into resilient and firm reeds.

Customers who have used reeds made from such meticulously crafted reeds, including repeat customers, have given us numerous rave reviews such as: What were the reeds I used before? and I've never used a reed like this... the tone is completely different! If you have a preference for thicker or thinner reeds, we can accommodate your request. Please let us know when you order. Also, if you know the name of the maker of your cherished shō (Japanese reed instrument), please inform us in advance. We will craft a reed that is a perfect match for you.

While we finish the reeds so that even beginners and women can play them immediately, please be aware that they do not produce sound with light or weak breaths. As the master of the music club says, To produce a truly beautiful resonance and tone, it is essential to blow with full breath. Although the price per reed may be a bit high, we offer returns, exchanges, or any other form of support if you are not satisfied. We are confident that you will be pleased with our reeds, so please try them at least once. We apologize for the lengthy description and thank you for reading to the end.