Antique Hakone Wood Marquetry Scenic Secret Puzzle Money Box Karakuri Bank Ashinoko Lake Design Japan Vintage

Description

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This is an antique Japanese wooden karakuri money box featuring a Hakone-style wood marquetry scenic design of the Ashinoko Lake area.
It is a traditional handcrafted item made using techniques inspired by Hakone wood marquetry (Yosegi Zaiku style).

The surface is decorated with a beautiful Japanese landscape illustration, giving it a strong vintage and traditional aesthetic.

Product Details

  • Type: Secret Puzzle Money Box / Karakuri Bank
  • Material: Wood
  • Design: Scenic Hakone-style landscape (Lake Ashi / Ashinoko view)
  • Style: Wood marquetry inspired craft
  • Origin: Japan vintage craft item

Features

  • Wooden small box with decorative scenic artwork
  • Karakuri mechanism (puzzle-style money box function)
  • Interior is simple and undecorated wood finish
  • Compact size, suitable for display or collection

Condition

  • Very old / antique item
  • Key is missing
  • Lock hardware is also missing
  • Shows age-related wear and patina
  • Despite condition, it has a strong vintage and artistic character

Please understand this is a pre-owned antique item and is sold as-is.

Size (Approx.)

  • 10 cm × 7.5 cm × 8.5 cm

Notes

  • To prevent item replacement fraud, the packing and shipping process is recorded on video
  • If you would like additional photos or further details, please feel free to contact me

This is a rare Japanese vintage wooden puzzle money box, ideal for collectors of traditional crafts and antique Japanese items.

Thank you for your interest!