This is a kadomatsu, a traditional Japanese New Year's decoration. This is an item from the Showa era, and is a rare artificial kadomatsu that is difficult to obtain nowadays. Made of plastic, it requires no maintenance and can be displayed repeatedly, but it has a profound feel unique to Showa retro items that sets it apart from modern mass-produced products. The bamboo joints, the way the ropes are wound, and the overall shape have a thickness, giving it a deep flavor and presence unique to vintage items. It has been carefully stored for many years, and the main bamboo part and the decorations such as the plum blossoms inside are still very well-made. Thick plastic is used, and you can enjoy a unique texture that is not found in modern products. However, because it is a very old item, the fine leaves of the ferns on the outside have weakened adhesion due to aging, and they tend to fall off easily when touched. There is a high possibility that more leaves will fall off due to vibration during transportation upon delivery. Therefore, rather than displaying it as is, we recommend using it as a base material for handmade crafts or remakes. If you enjoy flower arrangements, you can use this sturdy bamboo base as a vase and combine it with your favorite pine, new artificial flowers, or fresh flowers to create your own luxurious kadomatsu. Since it is made of plastic, it can be placed without worry near the outdoors or at the entrance, and it also enhances the atmosphere as a store display, a prop for photography, or a folk house-style interior. We recommend it to those who can make the most of the careful craftsmanship of Showa products and breathe new life into them. It is a very valuable material for those who can appreciate the aging as a retro taste, or for those who enjoy maintenance and arrangements. #Kadomatsu #ShowaRetro #VintageItem #NewYearDecoration #RemakeMaterial #HandmadeMaterials #VintageGoods #StoreFixtures #PlasticMade #GoodLuckCharm