This is a Kuroe-nuri tray. It has been stored in its box. It is an old item. There are some scratches from storage. Please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to imperfections. Kuroe-nuri (Kishu lacquerware) is lacquerware produced in Kuroe, Kainan City, Wakayama Prefecture, and is known as one of the "three major lacquerwares of Japan" along with Aizu-nuri, Yamanaka-nuri, and Wajima-nuri. In particular, it is characterized by the appearance of the black undercoat from the vermilion surface, giving it a sense of taste with use. Kuroe-nuri is known for producing durable and practical tableware using persimmon tannin and glue (nikawa). #KuroeNuri #KuroeLacquerware #Tray #Tray #Bon #Unused #BeautifulItem #Lacquerware #ShowaRetro #Retro #Showa #ShowaPop m128