Beautiful Condition [Ministry of International Trade and Industry Designated] Fukuyama Koto, Masui, Jade Rim, Kurikō, Ayasugi Carving, 13-String Koto, Sō

Fukuyama Koto Shosui - Designated by the Minister of International Trade and Industry

Beveled Edging / Kuri-gao (Chestnut Wood) / Ayasugi Carving / 13-String, 180cm

Fujiichi High-Grade White Bamboo Koto Bridges & Full Set of Accessories / Beautiful Condition

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Product Description

This is an authentic 13-string koto, model Shosui, from Fukuyama, a traditional production area designated by the Minister of International Trade and Industry.

The body is made of kuri-gao (chestnut wood), and the interior features Ayasugi carving by skilled artisans. The exterior boasts a high-grade beveled edging construction, combining excellent sound, durability, and a dignified appearance.

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◆ Specifications & Construction
• Type: 13-string Koto
• Total Length: Approx. 180cm
• Body Wood: Kuri-gao (Chestnut)
• Internal Structure: Ayasugi Carving
• External Structure: Beveled Edging
• Origin: Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture (Designated by the Minister of International Trade and Industry)

Beveled edging is a traditional construction method that reinforces the outer perimeter with a separate piece of wood from the body. It features:
• High perimeter rigidity for stability
• Clear sound definition
• A dignified appearance

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◆ Mouthpiece and Ryūzei Area

The mouthpiece (Ryūzei) area is also well-constructed, with careful joinery using separate materials.

This is a crucial area for string tension and is designed for responsive performance.

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◆ Design

The edges and mouthpiece area are decorated with Maki-e (gold lacquer) designs of cranes and pine motifs.

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◆ Condition
• Only slight marks from the koto bridges are visible.
• No noticeable scratches or cracks on the body, beveled edging, edges, Maki-e, or wood grain.
• Overall in beautiful condition.

Minimal signs of use, indicating it has been carefully stored.

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◆ Accessories
• Koto Bag (Thick, purple tones)
• Koto Cover (Inner/Outer)
• Mouthpiece Cover (Red base, crane motif)
• Full Set of Koto Bridges (13 pieces)
┗ Fujiichi Koto Bridges
┗ High-grade, White Bamboo
• Koto Bridge Box (Dedicated)
• Music Stand (Wooden)
• Tuner: KORG AT-1
* Battery compartment is clean, but operation is unconfirmed, so it's included as a bonus.
• KORG Warranty and other documents

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◆ Key Features of this Koto
• Fukuyama Koto from a Minister-designated production area
• Authentic Shosui model construction
• Beveled Edging x Ayasugi Carving
• Clear sound projection from Kuri-gao body
• Includes Fujiichi high-grade white bamboo koto bridges
• Complete set of accessories
• Beautiful condition

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This is a carefully used Fukuyama Koto.

Please consider this opportunity to acquire it for playing or to pass on to the next generation.

For safety during shipping, the accessories will be sent separately from the main body. We will ask for the shipping address after the auction ends. Thank you for your understanding.