Vintage Japanese Wooden Storage Box for Small Flower Vase

Wooden boxes are a common method of safely keeping and storing delicate pottery, vases, and other ceramic, clay, and glass items in Japan. In addition to pottery, they are also widely used for a plethora of other traditional Japanese crafts including kimono accessories, wrapping cloths, chopsticks, commemorative gifts, etc. 

This sturdy rectangular vintage wooden box with a lid is made to hold a small copper flower vase. It can also be used for general storage of trinkets or use for display or other crafts/projects.

• Kanji on box: Cast copper vase (chuudou kabin), Made by Kazushige Matsu
• Wood
• C1970
• Item Weight: 317 grams
• Packed Weight: 617 grams
• Approx. dimension (long x wide x tall)
• • Inside: 23.5 x 11.5 x 9.5 cm
  • Outside: 24.5 x 12.5 x 10.5 cm
• Good condition considering age. Some scratches and discolorations. Lid is slightly warped. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
• We got this box at an estate sale in Nagano, Japan 

Shipping: Items will be shipped out via Japan Post Airmail airmail with tracking. EMS is also available. You can select the shipping method at checkout.  Please inquire about combined shipping. 

About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan.  If you have any questions please contact us.