New, Unused, Anonymous Delivery Wajima-nuri Shioyasu Urushi Ware, Natural Wood Genuine Hand Bucket With original box and instruction manual 【What is Wajima-nuri?】 A traditional lacquerware craft representing Japan, centered in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture. Among the lacquer cultures with a history of over a thousand years, it is particularly characterized by its intricate and highly durable techniques. Craftsmen repeatedly apply carefully selected lacquer, repeating the processes of drying and polishing, to create a deep luster and a durable texture. Furthermore, by using decorative techniques such as maki-e (sprinkled picture) and chinkin (gold inlay), each individual work has value as a work of art. The charm of Wajima-nuri is not only its beauty but also its unchanging brilliance even in daily use. You can feel the breath of the artisan the moment you hold it in your hand. It is truly "the pinnacle of Japanese traditional crafts, whose flavor increases with use." Wajima-nuri, a traditional craft, is designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property. It is a high-quality lacquerware that can be used for generations. This item has been stored in a mist box in a warehouse for many years. It is a new, unused item that was opened for the first time during photography, but please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to the condition due to the long storage period. The box, wrapping, and instruction manual show signs of deterioration and soiling. ★ We will discount the shipping cost for multiple purchases, so please take a look. Rare Kutani ware, Arita ware, Wajima-nuri, etc. #Crafts Miyabi Antiques, cutlery, glasses, tableware, etc. #Cutlery Miyabi