Vintage Japanese Yosegi Hakone Puzzle Box, 12 Steps — 2000s, Heisei Era (SKU: 25M-483)

Vintage Japanese Yosegi Hakone Puzzle Box, 12 Steps — 2000s, Heisei Era (SKU: 25M-483)

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25M-483
$110.00
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Vintage Japanese Yosegi Hakone Puzzle Box — 2000s, Heisei Era
A Masterpiece of Traditional Marquetry from the Mountains of Hakone

This beautifully crafted vintage Japanese Hakone box, made in the early 2000s during the Heisei Era, features the exquisite marquetry technique known as Yosegi Zaiku. Originating from the Hakone region of Japan, Yosegi is a traditional art of creating intricate geometric patterns using natural wood inlays—without paint or stains.

The box showcases an impressive mosaic of interlocking designs in warm tones of walnut, cherry, and maple. Its compact form and sliding lid design make it both functional and decorative, ideal for holding jewelry, keepsakes, or small treasures.

Each piece of wood has been carefully selected and assembled by hand, reflecting generations of craftsmanship unique to this region. Whether used as a collectible puzzle box, a conversation piece, or a gift, this item brings timeless artistry into modern living spaces.

  • Origin: Hakone, Japan

  • Era: 2000s, Heisei Period

  • Craft: Yosegi Zaiku marquetry

  • Material: Natural woods (walnut, cherry, maple, and more)

  • Dimensions: 4 3/4" W x 3 1/4" D x 2" H

  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of use

Perfect for collectors of Japanese folk crafts, wooden puzzle boxes, or admirers of Japanese design and craftsmanship.