Karakuri Sakura Mochi (Japanese Cake)

This work was made for the exhibition with the theme “Spring”. The leaf of the cherry tree is wood inlay made by Haruo Uchiyama. The puzzle mechanism is hidden behind the leaf. A simple but extremely stunning wooden puzzle box of the most unusual design!
Karakuri Creation Group has beautiful puzzle boxes with unique opening mechanisms and wonderful artistry. The crafting work of Hakone & Odawara have been passed down through generations from the Edo era. Today, craftsmen continue these traditions and explore new and interesting high quality works so that the world of the “Karakuri box” continues to evolve.

Produced :Akio Kamei
Size (storage part) :30 mm x 8 mm x 14mm
Material : mizuki (dogwood), rose wood, oak.

CARE AND UPKEEP OF JAPANESE WOODEN PUZZLE BOXES.