A beautiful vintage Japanese gourd vase (瓢花器 Hyōkaki) made by Hyōō (瓢王). Crafted from a real dried gourd (瓢箪 Hyōtan), this elegant single-flower vase (一輪挿し Ichirin-zashi) has a natural, organic silhouette with warm brown coloration and a traditional cord binding around the waist. The original box bears the inscription “瓢王の瓢花器” (“Hyōō’s Gourd Vase”), indicating its authenticity and origin. Such gourd vases have been appreciated in Japan since ancient times for tea ceremony (茶道 Chadō) and Ikebana flower arrangement, representing prosperity and harmony. This example is estimated to date from the Shōwa period (c. 1970s) and remains in excellent vintage condition, showing light signs of age consistent with long-term storage. Method of Shipment FedEx or Japan Post NOTICE The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by FedEx or Japan Post. Delivery usually takes 1–2 weeks. Heavy items may be shipped by sea, which may take 1 to 2 months to arrive. The shipping method may vary depending on the item price and size. Sometimes Customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance. Please make sure you are available to respond. If not, the parcel may be returned to me, and reshipping will cost more than twice the original shipping fee. I appreciate your cooperation.