In 1997, this incense container was purchased from a tea ceremony道具 store in Tokyo for 450,000 yen. It has the kao (signature) and written inscription of the 14th Iemoto, Tantansai Soshu. It was used only once, and was acquired over twenty years ago, and has been stored at home ever since. ✨️To those considering a purchase✨️ If you leave a comment, I will consider price negotiations. I will also hold the item for you. Type... Tea ceremony utensils... Incense container 14th Iemoto Tantansai's preference Kiku Okiage Kyokuhiramaru Incense Container ☆This is a special item as it is an incense container of the "preference" of the Iemoto at the time. Artist... Bansho Hashimura The inside of the lid has the kao (signature) of the 14th Iemoto Tantansai. The inside is gold-colored. (Photo 11) Dimensions... Diameter: approx. 8.3cm Height: approx. 2.5cm Wooden box... Paulownia box Box inscription by the Iemoto Tantansai Soshu at the time (Photos 3 & 4) There is some fading due to aging. ※Please refrain from purchasing if you are particular about unused items.