USED Item: Made in the Showa era, by Master Yasuhisa Kikuchi of Kikuchi House, made by Kumaji Kikuchi, Type 12 Plum Blossom Pattern Katatsuki Nambu Iron Kettle, Nambu Ironware Dimensions: Height (including handle): 18.5 cm Width: 18.5 x 16 cm Opening: 8 cm Capacity: 1 liter Weight: 1504g Kikuchi House Yamagata casting is said to have originated about 960 years ago. Kikuchi House began in 1604 (Keicho 9) when the first Kiheiji of the family was appointed as the official caster of Lord Yoshiaki Mogami, the lord of Yamagata Castle. The lineage has been passed down through the generations: the first to the ninth Kiheiji, the 10th to 12th Uunosuke, the 13th to 14th Kumaji Masanao, and now the 15th Masanao. The company has received numerous awards, including the Grand Prix at the US World Exposition (1926), the highest award at the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition twice, and the Japan Arts and Culture Foundation Award. In addition, the technique of making Wazuku (refined iron) kettles using traditional Japanese iron materials and iron sand has been revived in collaboration with the Nagano family (currently the second generation, Tetsushi Nagano), and the technique is still firmly preserved today. The contemporary brand "WAZUQU," which combines tradition and creation, has received high support and evaluation in Europe and the United States. Made in the Showa era, USED item, a Type 12 Katatsuki plum blossom pattern kettle made by Kikuchi House. Please consider the condition of the item's interior and exterior to be equivalent to a USED item. The product itself has been treated with an oxidation film. It can be used without any problems, such as for iron supplementation. The handle has a good "moyashi" (the essence of a handle blacksmith), and the attachment is secure. Individual perceptions of the product's condition may vary, so please carefully review the description and images to make your judgment. A simple instruction manual is available for customers who request it. Please feel free to ask. There are no water leaks. There may be unseen stains, discoloration, dullness, scratches, and scuffs in the images. Since it is not possible to describe all conditions, please consider the photos and product comments as a reference. If you have any concerns or questions, please ask. The item is sold as is. A trivet is not included. We believe that individual perceptions of the condition may vary, so please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about minor details. Due to the nature of the product, returns and refunds are not accepted. Type: Tea Ceremony Utensils, Nambu Iron Kettle, Nambu Ironware, Iron Kettle Main Material: Iron