*Jikiro喰籠 In the tea ceremony, this is a container used to serve the main sweets, and is designed to hold as many as the number of guests invited. It comes in a variety of shapes, including round, square, and stackable, with a lid. A pair of black-lettered chopsticks is also served with the container for guests to use. In Japan, stackable boxes called kasane sutra boxes have been used since the Heian period. From there, stacked boxes were born as household items, and food baskets developed as decorative shelves. In fact, in the Muromachi period "Kindai Kanso Choki" and other books, it is written that food baskets were used as shelf decorations in shoin (study rooms). In later years, as the tea ceremony developed, food baskets became popular among tea masters, and it is believed that food baskets came to be used as containers for the main sweets. Customers Information 1.Shipping Notification and Tracking The shipment will be sent via Japan Post with fast delivery and a tracking number. Please note that the item will be securely packed, meaning the package may be larger and heavier than the product itself. We will also notify you via email with logistics updates. However, please understand that Japan Post cannot control the courier companies overseas. Kindly check your email for tracking updates and use the provided tracking number to track your shipment. We recommend tracking the package yourself using the provided logistics information. 2.Condition of Antique Items As this is an antique item, it may have original creases, stains, damages, and other signs of age. Please refer to the listing photos for an overview of the condition, but please keep in mind that it's difficult to capture all details through photos. 3.Additional Costs, Charges, and Declaration Additional costs such as customs duties, import taxes, customs clearance, and handling fees may apply during shipment. We will declare the product price (final auction bid amount) accurately for customs purposes. If you have any specific requests or concerns, please contact us in advance. These charges will be billed to you by the relevant parties at a later stage, if applicable. 4.Important Information for Italian Customers Based on recent information from Japan Post, there have been some logistical issues with shipments to Italy, such as higher chances of customs duties, and delays or inaccuracies in tracking updates. We kindly ask Italian customers to understand these potential issues when placing a bid. Thank you for your understanding and support.