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610-SPF-KD08 Shogi Pieces stand for 1.7~2.0-Sun (53mm-thick) Table Shogi Board, Yakusugi made Decorative carving KMD-YSTK-610-08

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This is Yakusugi kaya made Decorative carving Shogi pieces stand (1Pair) for 1.7~2.0-Sun (about 53 mm) Shogi board.
Yakusugi made Shogi pieces stand with elaborating design and work.

These are decorative carved shogi piece stands made from "Yakusugi (Yakushima Cedar)," a highly sought-after and rare, prized wood.
Slight golden, shimmering Moku (figured wood grain) can be seen on the bottom surface.
These shogi piece stands are made from the same piece of wood, so they have the same wood color. However, they are not made from consecutive sections of the wood, so the wood grain patterns on the top surfaces do not align.

These shogi piece stands allow you to fully appreciate the beautiful wood grain and distinctive fragrance characteristic of Yakusugi (Yakushima Cedar).
Yakusugi is admired for its timeless beauty and elegance, captivating enthusiasts around the world, including dedicated Yakusugi collectors.
Since Yakushima was designated a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, logging of Yakusugi has been prohibited, making this highly prized wood extremely difficult to obtain and exceptionally rare.
These are finely finished shogi piece stands featuring decorative carvings on the sides.
Designed for boards with a thickness of 1.7~2.0-Sun (approx. 50–60 mm), this stand has a height of 89 mm, made slightly lower—about the thickness of the pieces—for optimal balance and usability.
*Please refer to the size details and images for confirmation.

These shogi piece stands are made from the same piece of wood, so they have the same wood color. However, they are not made from consecutive sections of the wood, so the wood grain patterns on the top surfaces do not align.
It is designed for boards with a thickness of 1.7~2.0-Sun (approx. 50–60 mm), and has a height of 53 mm, made slightly lower—about the thickness of the pieces—for optimal balance.
Slight golden, shimmering Moku (figured wood grain) can be seen on the bottom surface.
There are small naturally occurring holes, stains, and scratches on the sides.
*Please refer to the images for details.

*Yakusugi (cedar wood) contains a high amount of natural oils, which may gradually seep to the surface over time.
There is a possibility that these oils or resin may transfer to the shogi pieces, so please be sure to check the surface before use. If any seepage is present, gently wipe it off with a dry cloth before using.


Yakusugi (cedar wood) made Shogi pieces stand is beautiful and graceful with their intricate and elaborate grain patterns that there are serious "Yakusugi collectors" all over the world.
Since Yakushima Island has been registered as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, logging has been prohibited and the quantity of Yakusugi trees on the market is quite limited, making them extremely difficult to obtain.
The color of Yakusugi (cedar) wood is reddish-brown. It is a very beautiful wood with its unique aroma and intricate grain patterns.
Please note that the tree oil or fat may start to seep as time goes by as the wood contains a lot of oil and fat.
“Moku” refers to distinctive and decorative grain patterns that appear on the surface of wood.
Unlike ordinary annual rings or straight grain, these patterns are formed by irregular changes in the wood’s structure during the tree’s growth.
Because they occur naturally and unpredictably, they are often described as works of art created by nature.
Representative types of figured grain include tiger grain (toramoku), bubble grain (awamoku), burl grain (kobumoku), and pearl grain (tamamoku).
Each displays its own unique character, such as tiger-like stripes, bubble-like patterns, or complex forms created by burls.
moku Figured grain cannot be artificially created. Since it appears through unique natural conditions in each tree, no two patterns are ever exactly the same, allowing you to enjoy a truly one-of-a-kind beauty.
Another appealing characteristic is the way the grain changes depending on how light strikes the surface, creating depth and a sense of three-dimensional richness.
Because of their rarity and beauty, woods with figured grain have long been prized for high-end furniture, musical instruments, tea ceremony utensils, and fine crafts.
In the world of Go and Shogi as well, they are used for Go boards, Go bowls, and piece boxes, adding a special sense of value and distinction.
Figured grain, carved by nature itself, gives wooden works a unique character and refined elegance.

  • Shogi Pieces stand for 1.7~2.0-Sun (53mm-thick) Table Shogi Board, Yakusugi made Decorative carving
    Product No.:KMD-YSTK-610-08
    Size:121 mm × 121 mm × 53 mm *For 1.7~2.0-Sun table Shogi board
    Weight:About 595 g
  • 1,000 JPY flat rate shipping within Japan, free shipping for purchases totaling 20,000 JPY or more.
    Please bear the actual cost for shipping charges outside Japan.
Yakusugi (cedar wood) contains a high amount of natural oils, which may gradually seep to the surface over time.
There is a possibility that these oils or resin may transfer to the shogi pieces, so please be sure to check the surface before use. If any seepage is present, gently wipe it off with a dry cloth before using.

As this product is made from natural wood, there may be minor imperfections such as small intergrown knots or natural knots, bark inclusions, slight scratches or dents, color variations, or small chips along the edges.
While we make every effort to describe and show these characteristics in the text and images, please note that some details may not be fully visible or listed.

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