This appears to be a sitting type item. It is a long-term storage item. There are stains and spots. It's old, so there might be a smell. I am careful about future storage, but there is a smoker in my home. Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned about details regarding the product, packaging, or shipping. I may delete the listing suddenly. I will pack it as compactly as possible. There may be changes between Kuroneko Yamato and Japan Post for shipping.