Handcrafted Multipurpose Box Made from Japanese Cedar

Why Choose a Japanese Cedar Storage Box?

Originally used in Japan since the early 1800s, cedar wooden boxes were designed to store and transport freshly picked tea leaves. The interior was lined with corrugated iron to enhance functionality by protecting against moisture and insects.

Thanks to its excellent resistance to humidity, pests, and oxidation, this type of box is ideal not only for storing tea but also for a wide range of other items. With a service life said to exceed 100 years, it is a perfect alternative for those seeking a durable, plastic-free storage solution.

Usage examples:

• Food such as rice (NORI-M can be used as a 5 kg rice container, 5K can be used as a 10 kg rice container), pasta, coffee beans, and pet food. Freshness can be kept for a long time.
• Storage of magazines, etc. that you want to keep as memories (the 20K size can store any kind of general magazines.)
• Documents, photos, cassette tapes and LPs. We also stock bedding such as clothes, sheets, pillowcases and pajamas. Prevents bug bites, mildew and fading.
• Children's toys and diaper bag. You can neatly store things that usually make a room untidy.
• Things you want close at hand in an emergency, such as disaster prevention goods and plastic water bottles. It looks great even on the porch.
• Washroom towels and toilet rolls. It protects contents from moisture and makes it easier to take out by placing it at your feet instead of on the shelf.

After receiving your order, Japanese craftsmen will handcraft your item individually.

In Japan, they are often used to store rice.

Suitable for storing coffee beans.

For storing cameras and other valuables.

Washi paper is applied in places to strengthen the box.

Cut the wood, looking at the details of the wood and imagining the finished box.

○Specifications

• Material: Japanese cedar, galvanized iron, Japanese paper, Rice flour starch paste
• Size (width × length × height) :
  

  Type	Outside (inches/cm)	Inside (inches/cm)	Weight (lb/g)
  1KS	9.5″ x 6.7″ x 4.7″ 23 x 17 x 12 cm	7.5″ × 4.9″ × 3.9″ 19 x 12.5 x 10 cm	1.79 lb/810 g
  1K	9.5″ x 6.7″ x 6.3″ 24 x 17 x 16 cm	7.5″ × 4.9″ × 5.5″ 19 x 12.5 x 14 cm	1.95 lb/884 g
  NORI-S	10.6″ x 9.5″ x 4.5″ 27 x 24 x 11.5 cm	9.1″ x 7.9″ x 3.5″ 23 x 20 x 9 cm	2.54 lb/1154 g
  NORI-M	10.6″ x 9.5″ x 6.7″ 27 x 24 x 11.5 cm	9.1″ x 7.9″ x 5.7″ 23 x 20 x 14.5 cm	3.06 lb/1388 g
  5KS	13.4″ x 9.5″ x 5.9″ 34 x 24 x 15 cm	11.8″ x 7.5″ x 4.7″ 30 x 19 x 12 cm	4.19 lb/1900 g
  5K	13.4″ x 9.5″ x 9.9″ 34 x 24 x 25 cm	11.8″ x 7.5″ x 8.7″ 30 x 19 x 22 cm	5.28 lb/2395 g
  10KS	16.9″ x 11.4″ x 7.1″ 43 x 29 x 18 cm	14.9″ x 9.8″ x 5.7″ 38 x 25 x 14.5 cm	6.61 lb/3000 g
  10K	16.9″ x 11.4″ x 12.2″ 43 x 29 x 31 cm	14.9″ x 9.8″ x 10.8″ 38 x 25 x 27.5 cm	8.04 lb/3650 g
  15KS	18.5″ x 13.4″ x 8.3″ 47 x 34 x 21 cm	16.5″ × 11.2″ × 7.1″ 42 x 28.5 x 18 cm	7.72 lb /3500 g
  15K	18.5″ x 13.4″ x 14.2″ 47 x 34 x 36 cm	16.5″ × 11.2″ × 12.6″ 42 x 28.5 x 32 cm	9.92 lb/4500 g

  
  *Larger boxes than those listed above are available, but will take longer to deliver. If you would like a larger box, please contact us via chat or contact form.

○Shipping

• Shipping within 3 weeks.
• Shipping fee is included in the product price.

○Care Precautions

• Please note that the Japanese paper used in the box is pasted with a naturally-derived, environmentally friendly rice flour starch paste, so it is easy to peel off with water.
• Do not wet the outer wood as much as possible, and use a dry cloth or a tightly wrung cloth. 

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