** Note** Depending on your country or region of residence, additional charges such as customs duty may apply. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. these charges are the buyer's responsibility. A guidebook on netsuke by Hirokazu Arakawa, a Japanese lacquerware researcher. Netsuke were fasteners used during the Edo period to secure items like tobacco pouches and inro to the obi sash when carried. They evolved not only as practical tools but also as artworks for appreciation in the palm of one's hand, featuring intricate carvings. Various motifs are depicted, including animals, legendary creatures, and everyday scenes. A must-have for collectors!! condition: There are some age-related stains, wrinkles, and sun damage, but overall it is in good condition. Text : Japanese Size : 26.5cm x 19cm 127pages shipping from Japan shipping with Yamato Japan(UPS).