Matsumoto Aizu Long Kiri Tray raccoon dog and the Japanese bellflower

and the Japanese bellflower

the koi being a symbol of courage and perseverance demonstrated by its ability to swim against currents and travel upstream

The front is decorated with green kaede leaves over a light coloured base

and symbolises the "virtue of knowledge"

one of the highest honours in Japan

Matsumoto Aizu Long Kiri Tray raccoon dog and the Japanese bellflower*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a long Aizu kiri tray made by Aizu Matsumoto. Aizu kiri refers to paulownia wood from the Aizu region in Fukushima. Kiri wood is lightweight and the tray in this listing also features a light yaki kiri finish. Yaki kiri involves singeing the surface to produce a clear wood grain and firmer finish. Aizu paulownia products