Antique Japanese Wooden Masu Bucket
This traditional Japanese rice bucket, Masu or Itomasu, was once used for measuring and storing units of rice (about 18L). Sturdy hardwood with iron holding it together, this bucket uniquely contains no handles typically found on most masu.
- Dark brown
- Kanji on side:Hirose-you (For Hirose)
- Kanji on bottom:Meiji 28 nen (1895), Hitsuji-doshi (Year of the sheep)
- C1900
- Wood, iron
- Item weight: 2.5 kg
- Packed weight: 3.5 kg
- Approx. 31.5 cm wide x 33.5 cm tall
- Good condition considering its age. Scratches and discolorations. Iron bands have some rust. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- We acquired this item from an old family estate sale in Gifu, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
