605-SPF-SPB08 Yakusugi (Yakushima cedar) Shogi piece box KMBS-YSTK-604-001

This is a Shogi piece box made from the rare and precious Yakusugi (Yakushima cedar).

This shogi piece box is a rare and beautiful piece showcasing the distinctive grain patterns unique to Yakusugi (Yakushima Cedar).
The rich reddish-brown color and characteristic natural fragrance of Yakusugi further enhance its appeal.

Since the forests of Yakushima were designated as a World Natural Heritage site, the harvesting of Yakusugi has been prohibited, making the material extremely difficult to obtain and highly prized as one of Japan's most valuable woods.
Its intricate and delicate grain patterns possess a timeless beauty and elegance that never cease to captivate the eye. The wood is so highly regarded that there are dedicated Yakusugi collectors around the world.

*Yakusugi contains a high amount of natural oils and resin. Over time, these oils and resin may gradually seep to the surface.
If shogi pieces are stored inside a Yakusugi piece box for an extended period, the oils or resin may transfer to the pieces. Please take care when using and storing your shogi pieces.
This is a corner-rounded Shogi pieces Box.
It is signed "Takahashi Kougei," a woodworking craftsman.
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