{"product_id":"japanese-cast-iron-yaki-in-branding-stamp-sweets-kanji-kotobuki-t126","title":"Japanese Cast Iron Yaki-In Branding Stamp Wood Craft Sweets Kanji Kotobuki T126","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Iron Branding Stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage cast iron branding stamp called \u003cem\u003eyaki-in\u003c\/em\u003e. This piece is meant to be placed over fire or coals and is used to mark wood, leather, fabrics, and most famously Japanese sweets such as manju. It has the image of a large kanji character in calligraphy style (\u003ci\u003ekotobuki 寿)\u003c\/i\u003e. It means \"Long life\" and often present on congratulatory\/milestone gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1930\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 114 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 450 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. [Image] 2.5 cm long x 2.5 cm wide; [Whole] 33 cm long x 2.5 cm wide x 3.5 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Rust. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e: We ship worldwide by Japan Post.  Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We 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\/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\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitchen \u0026 Tableware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40712391622691,"sku":"T126 branding iron","price":73.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Cast-Iron-Yaki-In-Branding-Stamp-Wood-Craft-Sweets-Kanji-Kotobuki-T126.jpg?v=1746265298","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/japanese-cast-iron-yaki-in-branding-stamp-sweets-kanji-kotobuki-t126","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}