This is a square dust box (waste bin) made of Kabazaiku (cherry bark craft), a traditional craft from Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture, known as the Little Kyoto of Michinoku.
It features a very elegant and modern design with a beautifully shaped, flower-like cutout for the top opening.
★Convenient design with a removable lid!
The structure is highly practical, making it difficult to see the trash bag set inside from the outside and easy to dispose of trash.
This is a completely unused item that has been stored, complete with a bookmark from Satoku Garden, a renowned craft shop on Kakunodate's samurai district street, and a Certificate of Authenticity (note regarding foreign imitations) issued by the Kakunodate Crafts Cooperative and the Kakunodate Town Kabazaiku Merchants Association.
It possesses the beautiful luster and texture unique to natural wild cherry bark, blending wonderfully not only with Japanese-style rooms but also with modern Western-style interiors.
My mother-in-law purchased this during a trip to Kakunodate, but it has been stored unused for a long time. The outer box is included, but it is dirty, so please consider it for packaging purposes only.
■Condition
New, unused (long-term storage)
It maintains a beautiful sheen with no cracks or peeling bark.
*Due to it being made of natural wood and handcrafted, there are individual differences in the bark's original patterns and textures.
■Size (approx.)
?Top outer dimensions: 17.5cm × 17.5cm (square)
?Bottom outer dimensions: 15cm × 15cm (square)
?Height: 20cm
*It has a stylish shape that tapers slightly towards the bottom.
■Accessories
?Satoku Garden Bookmark
?Kakunodate Crafts Cooperative Note (Certificate of Authenticity)
Immediate purchase is welcome. Thank you.
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Daily Cleaning: Use a soft brush or damp cloth to gently wipe away dirt. Avoid harsh chemicals. For mesh areas, use diluted mild detergent and a soft brush.
Drying: Air dry in a cool, shaded place after cleaning. Avoid direct sunlight or high heat, which can cause fading and glue deterioration.
Storage: Stuff with paper to maintain shape when not in use. Store in a dry, ventilated area to prevent mold. Rotate between multiple pairs to extend lifespan.
Usage Notes: Designed for basketball. Not recommended for hiking, long-distance running, or other specialized sports where different performance features are required.
I’ve been using the product for a while now and it continues to work well. Everything functions as intended and I haven’t noticed any problems.