Hinoki Masu Box for Measuring Rice or Drinking Sake - 8.5 cm K9-749(K8-663) The exquisite design adds a

The exquisite design adds a touch of tradition and elegance to any table setting

◾ Microwave safe & Dishwasher safe

the finish of the five items is great to be presented as a gift

■  Size: 12 cm x 12 cm x 9

One story about this series: Chef Jean-Francois Piege discovered Giyaman at the Paris head office of Christian Dior dates back to 2010

Hinoki Masu Box for Measuring Rice or Drinking Sake - 8.5 cm K9-749(K8-663) The exquisite design adds aMasu(), a small wooden box, was originally used to measure rice and even as a form of currency. Now more commonly known for drinking sake, interior decorations or souvenir from Japan. The smell will be what hit you immediately; you could almost taste the flavour of the hinoki wood. Hinoki, a species of cypress native to central Japan in East Asia, has been a precious wood since ancient times in Japan for building shrines. Because of its water