This is a Kutani-yaki vase, a traditional craft produced in Ishikawa Prefecture. Kutani-yaki is said to have originated in the early Edo period in Kutani Village, Enuma District, Kaga Province (present-day Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture). Its characteristic feature is the overglaze painting technique using five colors, known as "gosai" (red, yellow, green, purple, and dark blue), applied thickly. Height: 27 cm Mouth size: 4.7 cm Comes with a wooden box, but the wooden box shows signs of aging. The bottom has some scratches, but it is believed to be a result of the manufacturing process. Please check the photos and understand before purchasing. We will pack the item as compactly as possible for shipping. When using cardboard boxes, we may reuse boxes. Thank you for your understanding. Please check the profile. - Type: Vase - Material: Pottery - Design: Plant motif - Accessories: Wooden box Thank you for viewing.