Unused item, with accessories such as a presentation box. Made by Kishu Nanbu (Yoshinori Oikawa), forged bag handle, 15th model, Nanbu iron kettle, Nanbu ironware. Dimensions: Height (including handle): 22cm Width: 20.5 x 19cm Opening: 8cm Capacity: 1.5 liters Weight: 1912g Brief History of Kishu (Yoshinori Oikawa), a Traditional Craftsman of Oki Casting: Born in Mizusawa, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture in 1951 (Showa 27). In 1969 (Showa 44), he apprenticed under his father, Yoshiyoshi Oikawa, an outstanding craftsman of Iwate Prefecture, and succeeded the family business of Nanbu iron kettle manufacturing in the same year, dedicating himself to iron kettle production. As the chairman of the Iron Kettle Subcommittee, he excels in the lightweighting of Nanbu iron kettles, as well as rust prevention treatment methods and coloring techniques. He has strived to improve the quality of Nanbu iron kettles and has worked to promote iron kettles in Asia. Since 2012 (Heisei 24), he has been active as an instructor for the Nanbu Iron Kettle Traditional Craft Succession Project, training two successors. Achievements: Awarded the Newcomer's Award at the 20th Mizusawa Casting Creation Exhibition in 1978 (Showa 53). Famous for Nanbu iron kettles made using the so-called handmade technique of the "baked mold" method. Please forgive any slight errors due to amateur measurements. This is an unused, stored item made by Yoshinori Oikawa (Kishu), a Nanbu Traditional Craftsman. Sold by Nanbu Seieido, comes with a presentation box, a bookmark, and an instruction manual. There are no problems with the condition of the product's interior and exterior. The rust prevention treatment inside the product is the traditional "yakinuki" method (burning out). You can use it without any problems, such as for iron supplementation. This is a rare forged bag handle that has become almost impossible to find in recent years. The handle is designed to be less likely to get hot when heated. The handle is fixed. For customers who wish, we will include a simple instruction manual. Please feel free to ask. There are no water leaks or other problems. There may be stains, discoloration, dullness, scratches, and scuffs that are not visible in the images. If there is any discrepancy between the images and the product description, the images, which are the actual item, will take precedence. If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to ask. The item is only the current item for sale. A trivet is not included. Due to the nature of the product as a casting (fragile item), returns and refunds are not accepted. Type: Tea utensils, Nanbu iron kettle, Nanbu ironware, iron kettle, cooking utensils Main material: Iron