Hakone Yosegi Japanese Puzzle Box 4steps Secret box Japan Traditional craft F/S

Description


Condition: New


External dimensions: 118 x 85 x 51 mm
Internal dimensions 74 x 63 x 38 mm
Material: Wood
This product is partially made of MDF (synthetic wood).


This "secret box," a representative work of Hakone marquetry, is said to have been created in the late Edo period (1830s). The box cannot be opened without releasing a mechanism on the box.

It is said that travelers in ancient times used to hide important things in this box for their journeys.

This "Hakone Yosegi Secret Box 4steps" is one of the least number of tricks among secret boxes and is an introductory version of secret boxes.

The size is 118mm, which is a standard size for secret boxes, and it is comfortable to handle in the hand.
It is ideal for first-time users of secret boxes or as a gift for children.



Note: Due to the handmade nature of this product using natural materials, colors, patterns, and sizes may vary from those shown or described in the photos.