Hakone Yosegi Zaiku Secret Box 21-Step Mechanism 4-Sun Small Yosegi Woodwork
Unlock a classic piece of Japanese woodcraft with this 21-move Hakone Yosegi Zaiku secret box. Sized at 4 sun, this wooden puzzle box requires a precise sequence of twenty-one sliding steps to open, offering a clever, beautiful way to store small keepsakes out of sight.
Secret boxes, or Himitsu Bako, are among the most famous creations from Hakone, a region celebrated for its centuries-old woodworking tradition. Artisans join layers of contrasting natural woods together to create complex geometric mosaic patterns entirely without paint.
This box features the traditional Koyosegi mosaic design. The outer measurements are 118 by 82 by 54 millimeters, with an inner storage area of 73 by 62 by 33 millimeters. This is a brand new item; since each piece is individually handmade from natural wood, the exact colors, patterns, and dimensions may vary slightly from the photographs.
A traditional Hakone Yosegi-zaiku secret puzzle box with a 21-step opening mechanism. This 4-sun size box is handcrafted from wood.
External dimensions: 118 x 82 x 54 mm Internal dimensions: 73 x 62 x 33 mm
As a handmade item made from natural materials, color, pattern, and size may vary from the photos and listed specifications.
