This is a Nakabachi (medium-sized bowl) from Iwate Prefecture, a traditional craft of Joboji lacquerware. It appears to be unused, but I'm sorry, I can't confirm as it was a gift. In the photos, there may appear to be scratches due to light reflection, but I don't see any scratches with the naked eye. When I held this bowl, I felt a great sense of stability from its thickness. It also made me think of a bowl that a Buddhist monk might use for alms (though this one is quite large). The description says that it was first made by the monks of Joboji during the Heian period. The bowl has a jet-black lacquer finish with a gold ginkgo leaf design. The black color is cool, and at first glance, it looks like pottery. However, the feel of it is the warmth, stability, and lightness unique to lacquerware. What should I put in it? Perhaps tofu or pickles would be suitable. For snacks, rice crackers would also be a good fit. Size: 14 (diameter) x 5 (height) cm Thank you.