Kiri Wood Rice Container 3Kg [Ts841]

Description:
For Centuries, Japanese Chests And Boxes Holding Family Valuables Were Almost Exclusively Made From Kiri Wood. This Was Due To The Wood’S Remarkable Natural Properties, Including An Ability To Resist Insects, Humidity And Even Fire. While These Stackable Kiri Wood Containers Can Hold A Variety Of Items Including Supplements, Photographs, Jewelry Or Tea, They Were Originally Designed To Store Uncooked Rice. With A Clean And Minimalist Aesthetic, These Containers Keep The Rice Fresh And Free Of Contaminants, And Includes A Magnetically Attached Wooden Scoop Underneath The Lid To Dish Out Your Chosen Grain.

Measurements:
Size: W8.5” X D8.5;; X H6.5”
Volume: 6 Lbs / 176.3 Oz

History:
Kiri Wood Has Been Used Since The Edo Period For Making “Kiribako” (Kiri Boxes). This Simple And Stack-Able Rice Bin Is Made By Masuda Kiribako, A Specialist Shop Founded In 1929. They Specialize In Making Boxes Like This One Without The Use Of Nails Or Screws.