{"product_id":"japanese-wood-kashigata-cake-mold-wagashi-madai-fish-fan-kg587","title":"Japanese Wood Carved Kashigata Cake Mold Vtg Sweet Wagashi Madai Fish Fan Kg587","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"5\" face=\"Arial\" color=\"#000000\"\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 single panel kashigata mold is carved with the design of a sea bream fish (\u003ci\u003etai or madai\u003c\/i\u003e) at the center of a folding fan shape.\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\u003eC1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 111 grams \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 300 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. dimensions: long x wide x thick cm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e[Item] 12.5 cm x 22 cm  x 2 cm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e[Design] 10.5 cm x 18 cm x 1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering its age. Horizontal crack through middle. Large metal staple on side. Dark marks and scratches. 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":40734277107747,"sku":"kg587 kashigata","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Wood-Carved-Kashigata-Cake-Mold-Vtg-Sweet-Wagashi-Madai-Fish-Fan-Kg587.jpg?v=1746268607","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/products\/japanese-wood-kashigata-cake-mold-wagashi-madai-fish-fan-kg587","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}