An unlacquered tea caddy, or "kiji" (wood base), allowing you to appreciate the wood grain before the lacquer is applied. The shape is a Rikyugata Nakazutsu (medium-sized tea caddy). I purchased this several years ago from a gallery in a storehouse in Sayo, Hyogo Prefecture. I originally intended to apply the lacquer myself. It would be great for a lacquer craftsman to finish with lacquer, for use in a tea ceremony class to explain the materials of a tea caddy, or as a small container for items other than tea utensils. (Since it is unlacquered, it's probably best to avoid putting matcha directly inside.) I received inquiries asking if it was mulberry or Japanese pagoda tree (enju), but I'm sorry, I'm not certain. One of the characteristics of lacquer is the many layers that completely obscure the base, but since the craftsmanship of making the wooden base of a tea caddy is rarely seen, this is a chance to enjoy it. Height: 6.5 cm, Width: 6.4-6.7 cm, Diameter: 4.8 cm Already packed. Will be shipped via Yu-Packet Plus.