Japanese Brushed Lacquer Wood Lidded Fumibako Letter Box Vtg Zelkova Kiku FB84 edo period 5 cm wide x 18

5 cm wide x 18 cm tall x 14

It has a flat base which makes it easy to display

Sand to put in the incense burner

Item weight: 316grams

Japanese Brushed Lacquer Wood Lidded Fumibako Letter Box Vtg Zelkova Kiku FB84 edo period 5 cm wide x 18Japanese Brushed Lacquer Lidded Fumibako Box w Box This is a Japanese lacquered wooden letter box (fumibako). It is traditionally used to store letters, small books, important documents, paper, and other stationary items. It is also often used for Buddhist items, such as altar prayer books, prayer beads, charms, and for incense storage. This beautiful dark brown brushed lacquered box made of quality zelkova wood was a commemorative gift to someone.