1) End-blown flute 2) Zen Buddhist terminology 
It was originally introduced from China into Japan in the 8th century and underwent a resurgence in the early Edo Period. The shakuhachi is traditionally made of bamboo, but versions now exist in ABS and hardwoods. It was used by the monks of the Fuke school of Zen Buddhism in the practice of blowing meditation. The instrument is tuned to the mino...
end-blown bamboo Japanese flute
a Japanese end-blown bamboo flute that was originally derived from the Chinese xiao in the 8th century. The shakuhachi`s blowing end is cut obliquely ... [4 related articles]
Japanese bamboo flute with 4 finger holes and a thumb hole; great flexibility of tone and pitch through half holing and head movements.
End-blown bamboo flute often associated with Buddhist monks and traveling musicians. Also known as Hitoyogiri Shakuhachi.
A large, Japanese bamboo flute