I kept it at home, but it's new and unused. I took it out of the wooden box for the photos. I carefully inspect each item, so please buy with confidence. The appeal of Banko-yaki lies in its rustic texture created by the iron-rich clay, the deepening luster that develops with use, and its high versatility rooted in daily life. It boasts a reliability that accounts for about 80% of domestic earthenware pots, and is a craft item that shows a variety of expressions, both as tea utensils and as ceramic art.