Unused item, with original box and other accessories. Made by Kishu Nanbu (Yoshinori Oikawa), forged bag handle, 15-type Nanbu iron kettle, Nanbu ironware. Dimensions: Height (including handle) 22cm Width 20.5 x 19cm Opening 8cm Capacity 1.5 liters Weight 1912g Brief History of Yoshinori Oikawa, Traditional Craftsman of Oki Casting Born in Mizusawa, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture in 1951 (Showa 27) In 1969 (Showa 44), he apprenticed under his father, Yoshiyoshi Oikawa, who was an outstanding craftsman in Iwate Prefecture, and succeeded the family business of manufacturing Nanbu iron kettles in the same year, dedicating himself to the production of iron kettles. As the chairman of the Iron Kettle Subcommittee, he excels in the lightweighting of Nanbu iron kettles, rust prevention treatment methods, and coloring techniques. He has worked to improve the quality of Nanbu iron kettles and has contributed to the spread of iron kettles in Asia. Since 2012 (Heisei 24), he has been active as an instructor for the Nanbu Iron Kettle Traditional Craft Succession Project, and has trained two successors. Career: Awarded the Newcomer's Award at the 20th Mizusawa Casting Creation Exhibition in 1978 (Showa 53) Famous for Nanbu iron kettles made using the so-called handmade technique called the sand mold method. Please forgive any slight errors due to amateur measurements. This is an unused, stored item made by Yoshinori Oikawa (Kishu), a Nanbu traditional craftsman. Sold by Nanbu Seieido, comes with the original box, a bookmark, and an instruction manual. There are no problems with the condition of the product's interior and exterior. The rust prevention treatment inside the product is the traditional yakinuki (burning out) method. You can use it without any problems, such as for iron supplementation. This is a rare forged bag handle that has become difficult to find in recent years. The handle is designed to not get hot during heating. The handle is fixed. We will provide a simple instruction manual to customers who wish. Please feel free to ask. There are no water leaks or other problems. There may be stains, discoloration, dullness, scratches, and scuffs that are not visible in the images. If there is any discrepancy between the images and the product description, the actual product images will take precedence. If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to ask. The item is only the current item for sale. The trivet is not included. Due to the nature of the product as a casting (fragile item), returns and refunds are not accepted. Type: Tea utensils, Nanbu iron kettle, Nanbu ironware, iron kettle, cooking utensils Main material: Iron