There are no noticeable bald spots or damage. Please note that there is a feeling of use due to aging. Height: Approximately 11.5cm Diameter: Approximately 8.5cm Made entirely of cherry bark Includes a bamboo tea spoon This is a tea caddy made of "Kabazaiku (cherry bark craft)," a traditional craft of Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture, made using the bark of wild cherry trees (birch). It is a nationally designated traditional craft. It is characterized by the pattern and unique luster of the bark, and the more you use it, the deeper the flavor becomes. It is made by taking advantage of the beautiful, strong, and moisture-resistant characteristics of the bark. Avoid washing with water, and care for it by wiping it with a soft cloth along the grain of the bark. Excessive cleaning is not done to avoid damaging the texture. There are no unpleasant odors.