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Kanso House

Antique Japanese Incense Box

Antique Japanese Incense Box

$325.00
$325.00
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In truth this is called a Tabako-bon or tobacco box and would have been used for holding smoking utensils, pipes and tobacco.

But the origins of the Tabako-bon are tied to the Traditional Japanese incense ceremony called Kodo. 

It is thought that the Tabako-bon evolved from the tools used in the Kodo Incense ceremony. So in this day and age where smoking is much less common, this could be returned to its traditional origins and used to hold implements for incense! 

DETAILS

  • It has a bamboo container where incense sticks can be placed, ready to burn.
  • Comes with a pretty ceramic koro or incense burner with a light blue glaze.
  • Below the open top section is a drawer which can hold incense boxes, lighter or matches etc.
  • The box also has a nice square handle so it can be carried around from room to room.
  • Made from Keyaki wood or Japanese Elm which is prized for its strength and figured grain.

DIMENSIONS

Measures  18cm x 18cm wide by 18cm high

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About us

Kanso House is an online store, occasionally hosting popups in Victoria, Australia.

We are a family run small business with a passion for beautiful functional objects.

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Absolutley adore this item and equally adore Kanso House . Will be watching closely and purchasing more from
this lovley family run business on the Mornington Peninsual

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Tony Marsh, Sydney
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