Item Description This lot is a set of six natsume (棗), traditional lidded containers used to hold matcha powder in the Japanese tea ceremony. The set comprises two natsume made from natural bamboo, showcasing the material's joints and grain as decorative features, along with four lacquered natsume finished in vermilion, dark crimson, orange, and black respectively, offering an appealing variety of materials and finishes. Regarding decoration, one of the vermilion lacquer natsume features a gold makie landscape design depicting a pine grove, bridge, and buildings, while the dark crimson natsume is adorned with gold and vermilion floral motifs of chrysanthemum and plum blossoms. The remaining natsume are finished in single colors, including one in black lacquer, one in plain vermilion lacquer, and one in orange with a black speckled pattern. The interiors of all lacquered natsume are smoothly finished in either black or vermilion lacquer, and the fit between lid and body is good throughout. This is an attractive set not only for practical use in the tea ceremony, but also for display purposes or as part of a collection of lacquerware or bamboo crafts. Dimensions Height: 6.5 cm Width: 6.5 cm Depth: 6.5 cm (Measurements are for the largest natsume in the set. The remaining five pieces are of a similar or slightly smaller size.) Weight 287 g (combined weight of all six pieces) Condition Overall wear consistent with age and use is present, and minor surface scratches can be observed on the lacquered pieces. Visual inspection revealed no losses to the lacquer or gold makie decoration. The fit between lid and body is good on all pieces. Additional Information Materials: Lacquered wood (lacquerware) and natural bamboo Country of origin: Japan Contents: Six natsume as shown in the photographs only; no additional accessories or original storage boxes are included NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.