This gourd is a completely handmade, one-of-a-kind item, grown from seedlings and harvested, dried, and processed by hand. It does not use commercially available gourd materials or pre-made products, but rather gourds grown in nature. 【About the Gourd】 Gourds (hyoutan) have long been cherished as lucky charms for good health, warding off evil, and bringing good fortune. 【Condition/Specifications】 ・Handmade ・Due to the natural materials, there may be color unevenness and irregularities. ・For decoration (empty inside) ・Please check the photos for the size. Recommended for display in a tokonoma alcove, Japanese-style room, entryway, or as a folk craft/Japanese miscellaneous goods interior decoration. ※ We are producing multiple gourds with different shapes. This item is No. 3. Because it is a one-of-a-kind item, there are no others with the same shape. Please purchase only if you understand that it is handmade and made of natural materials. ※ The base is not included.