: Check the back of the flute's body, about "two fingers" down from where the headjoint connects.
Miyazawa stamps the metal content directly onto the body sections: Miyazawa Serial Numbers
Miyazawa is a Japanese manufacturer. All authentic Miyazawa flutes are made in Japan. However, there are "stencil" or "house brand" flutes made by Miyazawa for other retailers. : Check the back of the flute's body,