【Demo Video Available】 https://youtu.be/IHDbn6Nw3j8 Shuko Endo (1863-1910) Made in Tottori, Japan, around 1900 4/4 size violin Body length: approx. 357mm This is a work by Shuko Endo, one of the earliest violin makers in Japanese violin making history, along with Masakichi Suzuki (founder of the Suzuki Violin Company). ★ Excerpt from literature "Most of his works were burned during the war. Therefore, his works are very few and rare. The makers of this era (even though information on instrument making had not yet been fully disseminated) produced instruments that were surprisingly well-made. All of his works have very beautiful tiger stripes, and the shape is a unique one, not a Stradivarius, Guarneri, or Amati type, and the sound is very good. The fact that some have a slightly weak sound is presumed to be due to the use of Hokkaido Ezo spruce for the back plate. A Russian performer praised it as the best in terms of playability. The instrument itself is slightly small. It is more of a work of art than an instrument, and has high historical value. It is the highest level among Japanese instruments to date." The arching is flat and appears to have been made with reference to Maggini. Domestic wood (Ezo spruce for the top plate, Tochigi for the back plate, etc.) is used, and the varnish shows shades of color, giving it the unique appearance of domestic violins of the time. The brand "ENDO" is branded under the button of the back plate and inside. The sound has a crispness and resonates well, with a very elegant tone. This is a high-grade instrument that can be used as a full-fledged modern violin. This is a masterpiece by Shuko Endo, the oldest and most highly accomplished in Japan. It is a valuable violin with historical value, and is also recommended for those looking for a high-performance instrument for their collection. Fully adjusted (bridge adjustment, fingerboard nut adjustment, peg adjustment, sound post adjustment, polishing, cleaning, overall adjustment). Necessary repairs such as crack repair and neck raising (adding a shim) have been completed. The fitting parts (pegs, tailpiece, chin rest) have been replaced with new high-quality ebony parts. New nylon strings are installed. It has been adjusted and maintained, so you can use it immediately after tuning.