Thank you for viewing. Banko-yaki. A hexagonal ceramic piece modeled after a paper lantern (bonbori). It's a lid rest and ladle rest with a cherry blossom design, openwork, and gold decoration. Height: 5 cm Diameter: 6 cm This belonged to my grandmother, who was a tea ceremony instructor. The details of how it was acquired are unknown. It comes with a box, but the storage condition is poor and it's dirty. The item itself is in good condition. Please understand and consider purchasing.