Discover our premium Madake bamboo poles (Phyllostachys bambusoides), carefully selected for professional shakuhachi making, Xiao flute making, Japanese bamboo flutes, and other traditional wind instruments.
Our bamboo is selected from mature 5–15 year old culms, especially thick-walled root sections prized for their strength, dense fibers, natural beauty, and excellent instrument-making qualities.
Specifications
Length: approx. 75–100 cm / 29.5–39.4"
Wall thickness: approx. 0.7–1.0 cm
Inner diameter: approx. 1.8–3.7 cm
Mature Madake bamboo with thick root-end walls
Seasoned bamboo is dried for 3+ years for improved stability
Each shakuhachi bamboo blank is individually selected by experienced flute makers. Natural shape, grain, color, and dimensions vary, making every pole unique.
Custom Large-Bore Shakuhachi Bamboo
We also provide custom large diameter Madake bamboo for oversized and long shakuhachi.
For customers requiring an inner diameter of 3.5 cm or larger, suitable bamboo must usually be specially harvested and selected. Processing normally takes around 8–10 days.
Large-size bamboo may be supplied fresh and green. After receiving it, store it in a dry, well-ventilated shaded area and allow it to air-dry for at least 5 months before instrument making.
Mixed sizes, custom lengths, and special orders are welcome.
Processing: approx. 1–2 weeks
Free Shipping: approx. 2–4 weeks with tracking and door-to-door delivery.
Ideal for professional shakuhachi makers, flute makers, craftsmen, collectors, and anyone searching for rare instrument grade bamboo and custom shakuhachi bamboo material.
I ordered a second set of green bamboo with large diameter for big bore jinashi. Steven harvested them extra for me, as 3,5cm inner diameter are not available in the shop.
Now I can show all stages from green to dried to finished shakuhachi. Drying worked well by using plastic bags, opening and closing them for controlling humidity. No serious cracks happened. But you need to wait at least half a year before making. I tried one piece after two months which was too soon. All shakuhachi I made after half a year drying them are still free from cracks and I made my own students flute from these poles and use it daily. Steven is really there to talk about the needs of his customers and tries best to fit them.
I was looking for some extra large diameter for big bore shakuhachi that was not offered in the shop. Tiger steven responded to my request and got some bamboo in this diameter harvested especially for my needs. I received it green so I can dry it myself. It was well packed and arrived in good condition. Like always, every piece is useful and worth the price. Thanks for taking the effort to help me with the diameter I was looking for!
Thank you for your great review and trust in our store.
We’re happy the custom-harvested bamboo met your needs and arrived safely. Supporting special diameter requests for big bore shakuhachi is always our pleasure. We truly appreciate your support!
— Tiger Steven
I ordered here again and now made several flutes from this bamboo already. I am very happy with the results. I only make Jinashi flutes in old style with nodes not filed down completely, so the placement of the nodes and the wall thickness play a crucial role for me. Every piece I got has the potential to become a good flute. Also very good customer service.
Hi there! Thank you for your kind words and for choosing our Selected Premium Madake Bamboo Poles for your flute making. We're thrilled to hear that our product has met your expectations and that you've had a positive experience with our customer service. We take pride in providing high-quality bamboo poles that are perfect for Jinashi flutes like yours. Thank you for your support and we look forward to serving you again in the future!
I made my second order at this shop and the quality of the pieces was again very good. But what is really unique with this online shop is the extremely helpful support and contact with the seller. I can always tell my special interests via messenger and he handpicked pieces shaped for my personal needs. And this at discount prices! I have been searching the internet for shakuhachi bamboo a lot and I would say this is the best place to get shakuhachi bamboo if you don‘t harvest it on your own.
In Germany it takes about two months to be delivered from China, so this should be concerned. Better to order now than when you need the bamboo ;)
The flutes shown in the picture are made by me with bamboo from this shop.
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for your kind words and for choosing our shop for your bamboo needs. We are glad to hear that you are satisfied with the quality of our products and our customer service. It is our pleasure to handpick pieces that meet your unique requirements. We strive to offer the best prices for premium bamboo and we are happy to know that you appreciate our efforts.
We understand that the delivery time may seem long, but we assure you that the wait is worth it. We take great care in selecting and packaging our bamboo poles to ensure they arrive in perfect condition. We appreciate your patience and support.
Thank you for sharing the photo of the beautiful flutes you made with our bamboo. It is always a joy to see our customers' creations. We hope to continue serving you in the future.
Best regards,
tiger
The new diameters that are now available here are what I was waiting for. Very good for bigger flutes with dark sound. Good quality as always!
Thank you for your support! Our new large-diameter shakuhachi offer rich, full tones with the same trusted quality. Perfect for musicians seeking deep, powerful sound. Check them out and elevate your music!