{"product_id":"japanese-wasanbako-lacquer-buddhist-hymn-box-gold-makie-w-box","title":"Japanese Wasanbako Lacquer Buddhist Hymn Box Gold Makie w Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuthentic 1970s Japanese Wooden Wasanbako (和讃箱) — a traditional Buddhist hymn storage box — preserved in unused condition and sourced from a long-closed Japanese shop (closed since 1975) via government auction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece was originally sold as new old stock and remains in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Wasanbako is used to store wasan (Buddhist hymns), most commonly associated with the Jodo Shinshu (True Pure Land) sect. These boxes are placed inside or near a family altar (butsudan) to respectfully house printed hymns or scripture sheets used in chanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign Details\u003cbr\u003e• Deep black lacquer finish\u003cbr\u003e• Gold makie decoration\u003cbr\u003e• Traditional Buddhist crest motifs\u003cbr\u003e• Likely includes stylized paulownia (kiri) crest elements\u003cbr\u003e• Elegant gold trim framing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold decoration features refined floral and crest-style emblems, executed in traditional makie technique — a Japanese lacquer art method where gold powder is applied over urushi lacquer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior is designed for careful storage of folded hymn sheets or prayer texts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes its original white retail storage box labeled “Silk,” confirming it was store inventory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏯 Cultural Context\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWasan (和讃) are devotional hymns written in Japanese verse, especially important in Jodo Shinshu practice. These boxes are devotional objects, not decorative export items — they were intended for real religious use in Japanese homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black and gold color scheme reflects traditional Buddhist altar aesthetics symbolizing purity, dignity, and reverence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Highlights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Authentic 1970s Japanese Wasanbako\u003cbr\u003e✔ Traditional Buddhist hymn storage box\u003cbr\u003e✔ Associated with Jodo Shinshu sect\u003cbr\u003e✔ Black lacquer finish\u003cbr\u003e✔ Gold makie decoration\u003cbr\u003e✔ Features traditional crest motifs\u003cbr\u003e✔ Original “Silk” storage box included\u003cbr\u003e✔ New old stock condition\u003cbr\u003e✔ Sourced from Japan Government Auction\u003cbr\u003e✔ Rare unused altar accessory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📏 Details\u003cbr\u003e• Era: 1970s\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Lacquered wood\u003cbr\u003e• Finish: Black urushi with gold makie\u003cbr\u003e• Condition: Unused vintage (old shop stock)\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📢 Important Shipping Policy Update\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure safe delivery, we currently ship one item per order only.\u003cbr\u003eOrders with multiple items may be canceled and refunded. Once your item arrives safely, you’re welcome to place another order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📦 Condition\u003cbr\u003ePlease review all photos carefully, as they form part of the item description. Dimensions and additional details are provided in the images.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Real Timeless Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59491219570974,"sku":"AJ7","price":148.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/3998\/6462\/files\/1970sJapaneseWasanbakoLacquerBuddhistHymnBox1.jpg?v=1781997757","url":"https:\/\/www.realtimelessvintage.com\/products\/japanese-wasanbako-lacquer-buddhist-hymn-box-gold-makie-w-box","provider":"Real Timeless Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}