It was in a paulownia box. A high-quality item, Mon-Shokko-Nishiki. This refers to a type of high-class silk fabric (nishiki) that has been woven in China's Shu (present-day Sichuan Province) since ancient times. Main features of "Mon-Shokko-Nishiki" Origin of the pattern: It is named after the "Shokko" River, which flows through the capital of Shu, China. Design: It generally features auspicious patterns such as floral motifs (e.g., karahana) and treasures, and shippo (seven treasures) arranged within a geometric lattice pattern of octagons and squares connected without gaps. High status: It is known as a very formal pattern and has been widely used for tea ceremony utensils (meibutsu-gire), New Year's obi, formal obi for weddings, and Noh costumes. Auspicious meaning: Because of the continuous pattern, it is considered a symbol of "prosperity" and "wealth," and it also conveys wishes for longevity and marital harmony. The tray is Shunkei-nuri (a type of lacquerware).