Vtg Japanese Wooden Lidded Pottery Storage Box Cube Inside 22.8x22.8x24.2cm X156 Nipopo rice cooked in a kame

rice cooked in a kame

Some characters: 鹿島神宮 Kashima Jingu shrine

Packed weight: 1778  grams

Slight lacquer crackling on tray inner edge

Japanese Katagami is a stencil pattern used to dye textiles

Vtg Japanese Wooden Lidded Pottery Storage Box Cube Inside 22.8x22.8x24.2cm X156 Nipopo rice cooked in a kameVintage Japanese Wooden Storage Box Wooden boxes are a standard method of safely keeping and storing delicate pottery, vases, and other ceramic, clay, and glass items in Japan. In addition to pottery, they are widely used for many traditional Japanese crafts, including kimono accessories, wrapping cloths, chopsticks, commemorative gifts, etc, and even food. This (almost) cube shaped lidded box is made of sturdy wood and is natural in color. The lid