A masterpiece from Kyoto, a kaishi (paper) holder made with Akatsuki-Yama-nin tsuzure-ori weaving. Although unused, it has been opened, so it is listed as "like new." The contents are clean, but the box has some minor stains. Size: Approximately 18cm x 10cm Stored at home. Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned! Thank you. ▪️Tsuzure-ori: A plain weave within the woven fabric, also known as "tsuzure-nishiki," which expresses patterns using a unique claw-picking technique. It is considered a supreme work of art and is the oldest weaving method. ▪️Manufacturer: Hon-tsuzure Katsuyama ▪️Akatsuki-Yama-nin ▪️Nishijin-ori, Akatsuki-Yama Weaving ▪️Accessories: Box, bookmark Fukusa (silk cloth) Kyoto, near Ryoan-ji Temple Kaishi holder Fukusa-basami (fukusa scissors) Kaishi-basami (kaishi scissors) Tea ceremony Chado (tea ceremony)