Okinawa Sanshin Chinen Daiku Chinende-ku Kamigen Blackwood Genuine Leather Single-Ply Traditional Craftsman Production

・Crafted by Okinawa Prefecture Designated Traditional Craftsman (Mr. Matsuo Shinzaki)

・The following seven individuals were certified as Traditional Craftsmen when the item was designated as a traditional craft of the prefecture. This is an Okinawa Prefecture Designated Traditional Craftsman.

Mr. Harumasa Mekari (deceased)
Mr. Matsuo Shinzaki
Mr. Katsutake Teruya
Mr. Moribumi Nakamine
Mr. Michimasa Tokeiji
Mr. Sokyo Oyadomari (deceased)
Mr. Shinya Matayoshi (deceased)

・This is a Kokutan (ebony) from 1980.

・This was crafted in November 2025.

・The shaft material is Kokutan Kamigen.

・It is ranked as the highest quality among Kokutan.

・Due to the impact of indiscriminate logging, Kamigen is subject to export restrictions and is becoming increasingly rare.

・The genuine skin is thick, strong, and of high quality.

・The black lacquer finish enhances the sound, making it an exquisite piece.

・The karakuri (tuning pegs) are also handmade by Mr. Matsuo.

・Everything was crafted by Mr. Matsuo Shinzaki.

・The price is around 300,000 yen, but as it is made by a master craftsman, it can also range from 400,000 to 500,000 yen. The tone is soft and resonates far, with a rich sound.

・Comes with a new sanshin case.