{"product_id":"antique-japanese-wood-masu-rice-bucket-bk56","title":"Antique C1900 Japanese Handmade Wood Masu Ittomasu Rice Bucket Dark Brown BK56","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Japanese Wooden Masu Bucket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional Japanese rice bucket, Masu or Ittomasu, was once used for measuring and storing units of rice (about 18L). Sturdy hardwood with iron holding it together, this bucket has two handles typically found on most masu. It comes with a heavy solid wood pestle that can be used for pounding cooked rice into mochi. This masu has carvings on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood, iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1900\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 4.2 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 5.2 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. [bucket] 38 cm long x 32 cm wide x 32 cm tall; [pestle] 38.5 cm long x 5.7 cm wide\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering its age. Scratches, dents, marks and discoloration. Water stains on the inside. Iron bands have some rust. \u003cspan\u003eWear and tear due to age. \u003c\/span\u003ePlease see the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe acquired this item from an antique auction in Tajimi, Gifu in Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e:  \u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide by Japan Post. Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options. We do combine shipping and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41999289384995,"sku":"BK56 wooden bucket","price":162.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Antique-C1900-Japanese-Handmade-Wood-Masu-Ittomasu-Rice-Bucket-Dark-Brown-BK56.jpg?v=1773258257","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/antique-japanese-wood-masu-rice-bucket-bk56","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}