Description: Japanese Puzzle Box Yosegi Hakone 7 Steps Traditional Samurai Wooden Secret boxDescriptionThe condition is new！Size: width 6 cm x length 4.5 cm x height 3.7 cm(2.36 x 1.77 x 1.45 inches)Storage size: width 3.5 x length 3.3 x height 2.8 cm(1.38 x 1.3 x 1.1 inches)Accessories: An original Yosegizaiku pamphlet written in Japanese and a Yosegizaiku pamphlet translated into English are included. A secret box is a box that incorporates "puzzle elements" that can be opened by sliding the surface in a fixed procedure.The origin is not clear, but it is said that it existed in the Edo period and was used to hide valuables such as jewels from thieves.In 1894, Ryugoro Okawa of Hakone devised a secret box that incorporates parquet and joinery techniques.Hakone was a popular tourist destination during the Edo period, and various souvenirs were proposed for tourists. Among them, the secret box was popular.Many craftsmen have made full use of their techniques to create many attractive works that are full of playfulness. This Karakuri secret box can be opened in 7 operations.It may take some time to open at first, but it will open if you follow the instructions. Please try it. If you succeed in opening it for the first time, you will surely be impressed!* We cannot directly answer specific questions about how to open. The reason is that it is very, very difficult to explain in words how to open this special box.The photo is a sample.Each of these works is handmade by Japanese craftsmen, and no one has the same color and pattern. Therefore, the color and pattern may be different from the pictures. Thank you for reading the explanation！ShippingFree Shipping with Tracking Number & Insurance from JAPAN. Please be assured that we will carefully ship using the packing material. This item will be shipped within 10 business days after receiving the payment.International Buyers - Please Note:Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. 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 or buying. In case of cancellation due to purchaser's convenience, Paypal fees will not be refunded. In rare cases, depending on the delivery destination, the shipping fee may be special or the successful bid may be refused. Thank you for your understanding.
Price: 49 USD
Location: kanagawa
End Time: 2024-09-26T14:20:22.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Himitubako Karakuri handmaid: Wood
Handmade: Yes
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Culture: Japanese
Provenance: Purchased directly from the production area.
