{"product_id":"japanese-cast-iron-yaki-in-branding-stamp-sweet-senbei-kanji-t128","title":"Japanese Cast Iron Yaki-In Branding Stamp Vtg Wood Craft Sweet Senbei Kanji T128","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 a round shape with a decorative border, hot spring symbol, and kanji (\u003cem\u003ekousen senbei\u003c\/em\u003e\u003ci\u003e 鉱泉煎餅)\u003c\/i\u003e. It means \"mineral spring rice cracker\", a special type of rice cracker\/senbei made with carbonated water from hot springs. They are popular souvenir snacks in the Nagano, Gunma, and Tochigi areas.\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: 273 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 600 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. [Image] 6 cm long x 6 cm wide; [Whole] 38 cm long x 6 cm wide x 4.5 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":40712401322019,"sku":"T128 branding stamp","price":44.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Cast-Iron-Yaki-In-Branding-Stamp-Vtg-Wood-Craft-Sweet-Senbei-Kanji-T128.jpg?v=1746265325","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-fr\/products\/japanese-cast-iron-yaki-in-branding-stamp-sweet-senbei-kanji-t128","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}