Japanese mountain cherry wood (yamasakura) shaker boxes

North of Kyōto, near the lovely village of Miyama and surrounded by cedar and cypress-covered mountains, the Unoh family has been lovingly making Shaker-style boxes for 30 years, using the same technique as magewappa, or 'bent wood', a 400-year-old Japanese tradition.

The trunks of mountain cherry wood (yamasakura) from Japan's forests are cut into thin strips, keeping only those whose grain matches the desired appearance. The strips are boiled to soften them, then bent into custom-designed shapes and fitted with small copper nails. Each element, lid and base, is worked to fit together perfectly. The top of the lid and the base are made from pine. The boxes are then oiled and waxed. The whole process takes several weeks.

These boxes have the tranquillity of objects that age well, that develop a patina over time, companions for a lifetime. Their perfect curves and beauty make them a perfect addition to any interior or decorative style. We offer 4 sizes in this wood and finish:

Box size 1: L15.5cm x W10.5cm x H6cm
Box size 3: L22cm x W17cm x H8.5cm
Box size 4: L25cm x W18cm x H10.5cm
Box size 5: L28.5cm x W21.5cm x H12cm

PLACE OF MANUFACTURE	JAPAN
DIMENSIONS	See details in above text
WEIGHT	From 115gr to 530gr
COMPOSITION	Cherry wood, pine wood

This object keeps in memory the hand of the craftsman who designed it with patience. It will accompany your daily life, bringing its delicate and refined beauty, while contributing to the preservation of unique craft skills.

CARE INSTRUCTIONSTo be cleaned with a soft cloth and a little warm water.

Shipping costs will be calculated and added at checkout.