【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. 【Product details】 This exquisite natsume (tea caddy) features a stunning makie (gold lacquer) design of fans on a black lacquer base, with raden (mother-of-pearl inlay) embellishing one of the fans. The fans symbolize prosperity and growth in Japanese culture. The origins of Joboji lacquerware date back approximately 1200 years to the Shinki period (728 AD), when monks from Tendai-ji Temple in Joboji Town began making household utensils. Joboji Town has long been blessed with high-quality lacquer, which was used for lacquerware production in the Arasawa area of Asegai Town. The lacquerware made there became known as Joboji-nuri (Joboji lacquerware) as it was sold at the market in Joboji Town. Joboji lacquerware is recognized as a traditional craft. The cloth inside has a stamped seal. The wooden box has an inscription and a stamped seal. Excellent condition. Please check the photos for details. Dimensions: approx. H 6.5 cm W 6.5 cm D 6.5 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!