From the bamboo forests to the stage
yOSHIN SERIES
Crafted to honor the traditional sound of the shakuhachi.
HIGH
QUALITY
LUTHIERY
If you're looking for a flute with a professional, natural tone, balanced resonance, and an impeccable, aesthetically pleasing, and precisely tuned appearance, you've come to the right place. We introduce our Shakuhachi Jinashi Yoshin Series, high-quality bamboo flutes. These professional flutes are handmade by master Zapata, using the finest, high-resonance Colombian root-end bamboo, thanks to the special thickness of its walls. Each piece of bamboo is individually selected to create a perfect wind instrument with an unmatched tone that only Colombian bamboo can offer.
Our new generation of shakuhachi jinashi features a precision-inlaid mouthpiece with an exclusive design by Zapata sensei, referred to as "singing bat" (Koumori Utaguchi). Additionally, it has a thin inner layer of non-toxic varnish that protects the instrument and allows for easier internal cleaning, preventing pathogens from saliva or other external agents from lodging inside the tube. At the same time, it preserves its rustic texture, which maintains its authentic natural sound—a unique, traditional, earthy, and bass-oriented tone with subdued, medium treble. The bamboo body remains completely natural, varnished to protect and enhance the unique shades and colors of Colombian bamboo.
Our Yoshin series has a perfect balance due to the weight and thickness of the root-end bamboo. The beauty of the rhizome is preserved to provide a unique and stunning aesthetic. These flutes typically have a slight natural curvature that adds to the instrument's shape.
The bamboo is cured and dried for 2 years before the handcrafting process, a delicate and patient procedure personally performed by Master Zapata to produce a flute ready for concerts, studio recordings, or home practice.
This bamboo is cultivated at an altitude of 1000-1400 meters and has been strengthened by different temperatures for nearly 3 years. It's a strong bamboo used by the Colombian construction industry for many years in large-scale architectural projects due to its physical and mechanical properties as a renewable alternative to conventional materials.
This product is made with 100% Colombian materials.
Currency in American Dollars USD (Moneda en dolares americanos)
Dianna (England)
I highly recommend taking lessons with Zapata Sensei. Not only is he incredibly patient, but his teaching style makes learning the instrument a very convenient experience. He goes beyond just technique, delving into the rich philosophy that underlies the shakuhachi and budo traditions. Thank you for starting me on my journey through the path. Your teaching way is exceptional, it is done in the old way, with your mind, body, and heart working together.
Gustavo (Mexico)
Excellent classes, I recommend them. I felt at ease and made good chemistry with Zapata sensei, who inspired me to strengthen my practice. His book is a must, it is very good. I recently received my Jiari Shakuhachi Mumon Ryu and GEM series bass flute and they are wonderful, extraordinary pieces. The sound flows with ease, enjoying blow and tone. It has helped me to improve my sound and this really inspires me and makes me feel better about my daily practice of blowing zen. Thank you sensei.
Mafla (Spain)
El diseño de la flauta Evergreen es muy original, en armonía con la naturaleza. Lo mejor su sonido potente, con gran resonancia y cantidad de armónicos. Es un súper instrumento. Estoy encantada con esta elección. Todo perfecto. Desde el inicio tuve atención personal. El proceso de matrícula asistido online y mis dudas disipadas. La clase muy productiva. Elogio la didáctica y acertada metodología, el hecho de tener tareas pautadas, ayuda mucho a la disciplina y el progreso exitoso. La recomiendo y solo palabras de agradecimiento.
Steve (USA)
I have received my flute after only 3 days of enrolling to shakuhachi master course. The response was quick and from the beginning of the course I've been treated with respect and encouragement. The course has many topics that support my learning and is easily accessible and concise. The study cycles progress through the certification and are laid out in a logical and progressive manner with personal instructional training support from Zapata sensei.
