Hichiriki is one of the instruments of gagaku, Japanese imperial court music. Although it is just a small flute but makes loud and unique sounds. Before playing it, the reed needs to be put into a cup of tepid tea until embouchure will open about 2mm (abo 0.04 inches). To make a sound, blow it like a balloon. This hichiriki is made of resin. There are two color options, black and red. A fingering chart comes with it.??

• Vertical Flute in Gagaku (Japanese Court Music)
• Double Reed Wind Instruments like Oboe
• Melody Part in Gagaku
• Small but Sounds Loud
• Resin Made

Vertical Flute in Gagaku (Japanese Court Music)Musashino Gakki