Please inquire before purchasing as this item is also for sale on other flea market apps, etc. We will check stock. This is a top-of-the-line Noto shichirin (Japanese charcoal grill). Offering a natural diatomaceous earth "carved shichirin." This is a luxurious, genuine, made-in-Japan natural diatomaceous earth carved shichirin, carefully carved by craftsmen with chisels. Its construction and performance are impeccable. While pressed products (kneaded products) using Noto diatomaceous earth are common, this is a genuine "carved" shichirin, so the charcoal's longevity, far-infrared effect, insulation, durability, and the way food cooks are in a class of their own. Due to the impact of the New Year's Day Noto Peninsula earthquake, it is no longer available. For those who use it regularly, collectors, or for stocking up, how about it? Even those who have never used one before, please consider this "genuine" shichirin, which will make your food exceptionally delicious. Diatomaceous earth is soil (soft rock) formed from the accumulation of the remains of plant plankton (diatoms). Three-quarters of the Noto Peninsula is made up of this diatomaceous earth, but it can only be actually mined in some areas, such as Suzu City. There are "carved shichirin," which are made by carving and firing blocks of mined diatomaceous earth, and "kneaded products," which are made by breaking down diatomaceous earth, mixing it with other clay and sawdust, molding it, and firing it. Carved shichirin are made by carving directly from the diatomaceous earth layer without breaking up the blocks, so the air layers remain intact, resulting in excellent insulation, and the charcoal burns to its maximum potential. And the chisel marks of the craftsman are beautiful. The history of diatomaceous earth "carved shichirin" made with "chisels" in Suzu City, Okunoto, has been confirmed since the Muromachi period. The diatomaceous earth layer in Suzu City is said to have accumulated 20 million years ago, and it is characterized by a uniform, deep layer. This is called the carved manufacturing method because it involves cutting a tunnel into the diatomaceous earth layer and digging it out. Craftsmen make them with care. Please refrain from purchasing if you are a demanding customer, to prevent any trouble for both parties. We do not accept any returns or refunds. Shipping is via the reliable Mercari shipping service. We will pack it carefully and ship it. We also have other carved shichirin for sale. Please take a look at our other listings if you like. Discounts may be available for multiple purchases. We have a few items other than those listed. Please feel free to comment if you have any questions. Thank you very much.