Item Description A striking three-tiered jubako (stacking box) featuring a rich, all-over phoenix (hō-ō) design in gold on a black ground — a genuinely eye-catching piece. Each tier and the lid are decorated with dense, intricate scrollwork inhabited by smaller birds, framing a central medallion on the lid depicting a golden phoenix in flight. The interior of each of the three stacking compartments is finished in a deep, glossy red, creating a striking contrast when the box is opened. This piece is made from a wood-flour and synthetic resin composite base with a decorative lacquer-style finish — a well-established, practical approach to Japanese lacquerware production that offers excellent resistance to warping and humidity compared to solid wood, at a more accessible weight and price point than fully hand-lacquered, solid-wood pieces. There is some evidence of past use, consistent with a piece that has seen genuine service, but overall the piece remains in beautiful condition, and the pattern itself is simply gorgeous. This kind of elaborate, phoenix-motif three-tier jubako is an uncommon find, especially in this condition. Size Width 13.5cm × Depth 13.5cm × Height 13.5cm Weight 700g Condition Some evidence of past use (please refer to photos for full detail), but overall in beautiful condition. Decorative pattern and lacquer-style finish remain vivid and largely undamaged. Interior red lacquer-style finish: glossy and in good condition throughout all three tiers. Craft Profile This piece is a decorative Japanese jubako (stacking box), traditionally used for special-occasion foods such as New Year's osechi cuisine, here elevated by an especially rich, all-over phoenix (hō-ō) motif rendered in gold against black. The Phenix (hō-ō), often translated as the Japanese phoenix, is a legendary auspicious bird in East Asian tradition, closely associated in Japanese decorative art with celebration, good fortune, and imperial symbolism. The piece itself is constructed from a wood-flour and synthetic resin composite, finished with a decorative lacquer-style coating — a widely used, practical method in Japanese lacquerware production that balances the traditional look and feel of lacquerware with everyday durability. Notice The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by DHL, FedEx or Japan Post depending on the situation. Please note that we may use recycled cardboard boxes for outer packaging. It takes about 2–3 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. Please note that as of 1 July 2026, the EU has abolished the de minimis customs exemption. All shipments to EU countries are now subject to import duties and VAT regardless of the declared value of the goods. For shipments with a declared value under €150, an additional customs processing fee of €3 may also apply. Sometimes Customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you can answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will be returned to us and it costs more than double the shipping fee for reshipping. We do appreciate your kind cooperation.