Japanese Resin Lacquer Replica Lidded Fumibako Letter Box Vtg Persimmon FB86 ware One of the elephant's tusks

One of the elephant's tusks is missing

This vintage Japanese guide book of kai'un better fortune shrines covers about 70 major shrines throughout Japan

Color faded

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Japanese Resin Lacquer Replica Lidded Fumibako Letter Box Vtg Persimmon FB86 ware One of the elephant's tusksJapanese Brushed Lacquer Lidded Fumibako Box This is a Japanese resin letter box (fumibako). It is made of resin and created to mimic traditionally carved and lacquered wood in the kamakurabori style. This particular piece features persimmons with leaves and is mostly black with orange and green to highlight the design. The box is sturdy and relatively heavy despite its size. Fumibako are traditionally used to store letters, small books, important