{"product_id":"japanese-wood-carved-kashigata-mold-wagashi-tai-madai-fish-kg640","title":"Japanese Wood Carved Kashigata Cake Mold Vtg Sweet Wagashi Tai Madai Fish Kg640","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" face=\"Arial\" size=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Japanese Kashigata, Cake, and Candy Mold\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eJapanese \u003cem\u003ekashigata\u003c\/em\u003e are hand-carved wooden molds used to make \u003cem\u003ehigashi\u003c\/em\u003e since the Edo period. \u003cem\u003eHigashi\u003c\/em\u003e is a broad category of \u003cem\u003ewagashi\u003c\/em\u003e (traditional Japanese sweets) and is a low-moisture treat made with soybean flour or rice flour, fine sugar, and other ingredients. These materials are packed tightly into \u003cem\u003ekashigata\u003c\/em\u003e molds and dried to create beautiful designs and shapes. Many of these sweets can still be found in wagashi shops and grocery stores.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis two-panel kashigata mold is carved with the design of a sea bream fish (\u003ci\u003etai or madai\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Served often in celebratory meals, this vibrant red fish symbolizes good luck. \u003c\/span\u003eThis mold can be used to make sweets or as an eye-catching decorative item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1960\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 350 grams \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 550 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. dimensions: long x wide x thick cm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e[Item] 18 cm x 11.5 cm  x 4 cm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e[Design] 11.5 cm x 8.5 cm x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering its age. Dark marks and scratches. Chips\/heavy wear on corner. Has been repaired previously due to crack in top piece. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\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":40830427824163,"sku":"kg640 kashigata","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Wood-Carved-Kashigata-Cake-Mold-Vtg-Sweet-Wagashi-Tai-Madai-Fish-Kg640.jpg?v=1747869001","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/japanese-wood-carved-kashigata-mold-wagashi-tai-madai-fish-kg640","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}