Ryuji Mitani Butter Case About twenty years ago, it was difficult to obtain, and I still remember the感動 (kandou - deep emotion/impression) I felt when I finally found it after searching everywhere. ^ ^ Since then, I've kept it on display with great care, but Mr. Ryuji Mitani said he wanted people to use his works, so I used it a few times. It feels gentle and warm in the hand, and it's a truly wonderful piece. However, I've decided to pass on the pieces I don't use frequently to someone who will cherish them. Also, I'm listing this to give you the opportunity to encounter Mr. Ryuji Mitani's wonderful work. It has been used a few times, so you might detect a slight scent of butter (although the lid is removed). If you are at all concerned, please refrain from purchasing. I don't see any noticeable scratches or stains, but this is just my personal opinion, so please understand. The butter knife was a little small for me, so I gave it to my daughter and used a different knife. Dimensions with the lid on: Width: 14.5 cm Depth: 8 cm Height: 5 cm Thank you very much for looking.