{"product_id":"岡本陽斎-okamoto-yosai-b1932-japanese-tea-ceremony-utensil-一粒万倍-ichiryu-manbai-and-paddy-makie-gold-lacquer-natsume-tea-caddy-with-original-box-tomobako-vb198","title":"岡本陽斎 Okamoto Yosai (b1932) Japanese tea ceremony utensil \/ 一粒万倍 Ichiryū Manbai and Paddy Makie Gold Lacquer Natsume Tea Caddy with Original Box (Tomobako) VB198","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e岡本陽斎 Okamoto Yosai (b1932) Japanese tea ceremony utensil \/ 一粒万倍 Ichiryū Manbai and Paddy Makie Gold Lacquer Natsume Tea Caddy with Original Box (Tomobako) VB198\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e岡本陽斎 Okamoto Yosai (b1932)\u003cbr\u003eA lacquer artist originally from Kyoto. He established his studio in Ishikawa Prefecture, where he specialised in creating tea ceremony utensils—such as natsume and kōgō—using Wajima-nuri techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e一粒万倍 Ichiryū Manbai\u003cbr\u003eIt means that a single grain of rice can yield a hundredfold and grow into a magnificent ear of rice. It is a metaphor suggesting that even the smallest thing can lead to immense results in the future, and is a highly auspicious phrase signifying success and prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe phrase Ichiryū Manbai—a wish for small beginnings to grow into abundant results—settles naturally onto the glossy black surface of this natsume, where Okamoto Yosai’s gold makie gives the characters a quiet radiance. The lid’s inscription is paired with a depiction of ripening rice, the fine lines and soft curves reflecting Yosai’s long experience with Wajima‑nuri techniques and his focus on tea‑ceremony utensils. The rounded form has a calm, steady presence, its proportions giving it a balanced rhythm in the hand, while the gold detailing introduces a restrained brightness that does not overpower the lacquer’s depth. Crafted in wood and accompanied by its original tomobako, the piece carries both auspicious meaning and the refinement of a maker who has spent decades shaping works that merge symbolism with practical elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBox dimensions: 4\" x 4\" x 3.1\" \/ 10.4cm x 10.4cm x 8cm\u003cbr\u003eNatsume dimensions: 3.3\" x 3.3\" x 2.3\" \/ 8.6cm x 8.6cm x 6cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnique: Makie Gold Lacquer\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 180g including Original Box (Tomobako)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: SCRATCH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the colors of the photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe color of the actual item may look different from the picture because of the lighting. The color on a photo can differ because of light, screen settings, personal color perception, etc. Please understand that we can't control the varying light in different environments. Please read the description, check the actual photos, and ask questions if doubts in advance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"FREE SHIPPING\" all over the world by International AIR PACKET, EMS, or DHL.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reiwa Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52042211164376,"sku":"VB198","price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/7320\/4184\/files\/VB19801.jpg?v=1785135195","url":"https:\/\/reiwaantiques.com\/products\/%e5%b2%a1%e6%9c%ac%e9%99%bd%e6%96%8e-okamoto-yosai-b1932-japanese-tea-ceremony-utensil-%e4%b8%80%e7%b2%92%e4%b8%87%e5%80%8d-ichiryu-manbai-and-paddy-makie-gold-lacquer-natsume-tea-caddy-with-original-box-tomobako-vb198","provider":"Reiwa Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}