Harvesting Bamboo in Japan

Harvesting Bamboo in Japan - 1997 / Page 3

To determine which size shakuhachi the bamboo is suitable for, I have to measure the distance between the first ring of roots and the fourth fushi.

Only after carefully cutting around the roots and prying out the culm can you see if the root structure and shape is workable.

***Harvesting Bamboo in Japan - 1997 / Page 3***
	To determine which size shakuhachi the bamboo is suitable for, I have to measure the distance between the first ring of roots and the fourth fushi.
	Only after carefully cutting around the roots and prying out the culm can you see if the root structure and shape is workable.

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