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・International customers are responsible for import duties, taxes, and fees not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from your country's import duties or customs clearance fees. Additional charges may be imposed at delivery at the discretion of your local customs authorities. We strongly recommend checking with your country's customs office about these potential additional costs before bidding or purchasing. Prompt payment of these fees ensures timely delivery. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped insured via Japan Post EMS. ・To ensure optimal quality for long-distance transport, items are carefully packaged and shipped in boxes. ・Damage or Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately before leaving negative feedback. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. For damage claims, report to your nearest post office within 7 days of delivery. Also, promptly contact us and Catawiki Support. Items are shipped from Japan. After purchase, please provide your tax code. Main consequences of [no tax code] 1. Potential customs hold: Customs authorities recommend/require tax code entry even for personal shipments. If no tax code is provided: - Shipment held at customs - Recipient receives a "Submit tax code" notification (via mail, SMS, email, etc.) 2. Delivery delays or worst-case scenario: return shipment If the recipient fails to submit the tax code within the deadline The item risks being returned or destroyed (especially if left unclaimed for an extended period) 3. Requirement to pay customs duties and VAT Even for personal EMS shipments not treated as commercial, VAT (Value Added Tax) and customs duties may be imposed if the item's value is high. In such cases, the tax code may also be required for tax payment. If you do not provide a tax code, we may ship without one (due to shipping deadlines). In such cases, we apologize, but the buyer must handle customs clearance themselves. ・Due to the suspension of the "de minimis" exemption in the US, import duties for shipments to the US may increase. US bidders should be aware of this. EMS shipments to the US are currently suspended. Shipments will be made via private express services. ※Per private express service regulations, items containing batteries (dry cell, rechargeable, etc.) such as toys, flashlights, electronic dictionaries, calculators, and watches, as well as any product with batteries installed, must have the batteries removed before shipment. Additionally, items like knives, scissors, kitchen knives, cutters, saws, etc., cannot be shipped per private express service regulations. A beautiful vintage Japanese lacquered “jubako” (stacked food box), an example of Japan’s refined traditional craftsmanship. It is elegantly decorated with gold maki-e motifs of cranes (tsuru) and pine trees (matsu) on a glossy black lacquer surface. Both symbols represent longevity, prosperity, and happiness, making this a particularly auspicious design. The exterior features a deep black lacquer with delicate gold decoration, while the interior is finished in vivid vermilion lacquer, creating a graceful and elegant contrast. Although it consists of four tiers, the structure allows it to be divided into two separate two-tier boxes, making it both beautiful and practical. It can be used for festive meals, tea ceremonies, or simply as a refined decorative object. ⸻ Specifications: • Material: Lacquered wood (Urushi-style) • Technique: Gold Maki-e • Design: Cranes and pine trees • Colour: Black with gold decoration / red interior • Tiers: 4 (can be separated into two 2-tier boxes) • Size (4 tiers): approx. 20.5 × 20.5 × 27.5 cm • Size (2 tiers): approx. 20.5 × 20.5 × 14.5 cm • Condition: • Minor wear on corners and edges consistent with age. • Some light scratches and slight wobbling when stacked. • No major cracks or missing parts. • Sold as is (please see photos carefully). • Period: Mid-Showa era (ca. 1950–1970) • Origin: Japan ⸻ Remarks: A fine example of traditional Japanese lacquer artistry, harmonizing elegant form with auspicious symbolism. An excellent choice for collectors of Japanese antiques, or as an elegant accent in a modern interior. Will be carefully packed and shipped from Japan with tracking and insurance.