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Kōno Gyokusui I

初代河野玉水

Kōno Gyokusui I
9/23/1893 - ????

Maker & Shakuhachi

Born in Hiroshima in 1893, Kōno Gyokusui studied Ueda-Ryū shakuhachi and received his teacher's credentials in 1914. He became a highly-respected shakuhachi maker and produced fine instruments for more than five decades. His descendants continue this tradition.

Also Known As 河野チ代太郎 (Kōno Chiyotarō)