Urakami Kiri Kogei Paulownia Wood Tissue Box, Natural Wood, Made In Japan

Each piece is handcrafted by our artisans. Paulownia wood may discolor over time. Please understand that this is a characteristic of natural materials. The culture of wood has been nurtured in Japan's climate, and paulownia has been an integral part of our daily lives. We Japanese have had a long and deep relationship with paulownia, creating a history together while giving birth to various cultures. Paulownia, a material that perfectly expresses the uniquely Japanese atmosphere, is well suited to our country's hot and humid climate, and has always coexisted closely with us. Furthermore, most of the paulownia produced is planted in a planned manner, with the timing and amount of felling carefully calculated from the start. Processing does not emit harmful gases and can be returned to nature in a natural way. Paulownia boxes, a material that is in line with the current SDGs, have long served in Japanese culture not only as practical storage containers that maintain a constant humidity level, but also as artefacts with aesthetic value. Our company has been involved with wood for 400 years, located here in Fuchu City, Hiroshima Prefecture, which has long been an abundant producer of high-quality paulownia wood. Preserving the 150-year tradition of paulownia box manufacturing, we pursue the elegant beauty and practicality of paulownia wood. External dimensions: 262 x 140 x 78 mm Internal dimensions: 245 x 120 x 69 mm. Due to the handmade nature of the product, slight variations in dimensions may occur. The surface is completely uncoated or unpainted, allowing you to enjoy the gentle texture of the natural paulownia wood. Since the surface is untreated, it can also be used for painting. The paulownia box style allows the lid and body to be stored separately. It is easy to open and close with both hands and securely fastens. It can store standard commercially available box tissues and soft tissue packs. The plain, understated design blends in with any space, whether Japanese or Western.