Just for the heads up, item #330056164384.on ebay is stolen. I have talked to Miyazawa directly about this. You can view more here:
http://www.miyazawa.com/company/lost.asp

Most interesting. Has ebay been notified as well as the police?

I never thought to list lost or stolen instruments on the web, so if nothing else your post will help if the worst ever happens. Thanks.

good job Kara, I caught one recently as well

Oh yah my mum reported that, its so awesome that the person will get their flute back!!

I know, isn't that great! That pawn shop guy promised me it wasn't stolen. Umm..yeah. I guess the heavty fine and up to 10 years in jail didn't sound too great to him, so he took it off. Smart choice.