Ikkanbari Tray or Bowl with Kongo Rikishi, Guardian of Buddha
Ikkanbari is a traditional Japanese craft in which multiple layers of Japanese paper are pasted onto a bamboo or wooden frame, then coated in either persimmon tannins or lacquer to reinforce it
It is thought that the technique originates from the 1620s when Hirai Ikon, a Chinese scholar and lacquerware craftsman, traveled to Japan to escape war in his country and upon arriving, combined his lacquer technique with Japanese high quality washi paper
Featuring Ungyo, one of the Kongo Rikishi (or Nio), guardian deities of Buddhism that are typically found at temple gates in pairs
On the right is Agyo with his mouth open (sounding “a”), while on the left with a closed mouth (sounding “un”), is Ungyo and together symbolize the beginning and end of the universe, “a-un”
As this tray is finished with persimmon tannin and is unlacquered, it is best suited to holding light items or enjoyed as a decorative piece
Made by artisan who specializes in Ikkanbari craft, from Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture
(Listing is for tray - stand not included)
SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER 31.0CM (12.2”) X HEIGHT 5.3CM (2.1”)
WEIGHT (without packaging)
165 Grams
CONDITION - EXCELLENT
Unused - bought directly from artisan. Overall excellent condition.
Please avoid getting the tray wet as it is not waterproof.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
Fragile items require extra wrapping for transit, which increases their weight, shipping fees, and overall pricing.
IMPORT DUTIES, TAXES & ADDITIONAL FEES
The Buyer is responsible for any import tariffs, duties, taxes, or fees that may apply and must be paid upon delivery as required.*
Please confirm details with your local customs office prior to making your purchase.
*For U.S. customers, please see note below.
U.S. Customers
Since August 29, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection require additional import fees to all commercial parcels entering the country to be collected by the export country from the importer.
From April 14, 2026, Japan Post has Zonos, a third party, to collect these tariffs at time of shipping to pay U.S. Customs with an additional transaction fee.
These amounts will be added to your total at check out.
Ikkanbari Tray or Bowl with Kongo Rikishi, Guardian of Buddha
Ikkanbari is a traditional Japanese craft in which multiple layers of Japanese paper are pasted onto a bamboo or wooden frame, then coated in either persimmon tannins or lacquer to reinforce it
It is thought that the technique originates from the 1620s when Hirai Ikon, a Chinese scholar and lacquerware craftsman, traveled to Japan to escape war in his country and upon arriving, combined his lacquer technique with Japanese high quality washi paper
Featuring Ungyo, one of the Kongo Rikishi (or Nio), guardian deities of Buddhism that are typically found at temple gates in pairs
On the right is Agyo with his mouth open (sounding “a”), while on the left with a closed mouth (sounding “un”), is Ungyo and together symbolize the beginning and end of the universe, “a-un”
As this tray is finished with persimmon tannin and is unlacquered, it is best suited to holding light items or enjoyed as a decorative piece
Made by artisan who specializes in Ikkanbari craft, from Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture
(Listing is for tray - stand not included)
SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER 31.0CM (12.2”) X HEIGHT 5.3CM (2.1”)
WEIGHT (without packaging)
165 Grams
CONDITION - EXCELLENT
Unused - bought directly from artisan. Overall excellent condition.
Please avoid getting the tray wet as it is not waterproof.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
Fragile items require extra wrapping for transit, which increases their weight, shipping fees, and overall pricing.
IMPORT DUTIES, TAXES & ADDITIONAL FEES
The Buyer is responsible for any import tariffs, duties, taxes, or fees that may apply and must be paid upon delivery as required.*
Please confirm details with your local customs office prior to making your purchase.
*For U.S. customers, please see note below.
U.S. Customers
Since August 29, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection require additional import fees to all commercial parcels entering the country to be collected by the export country from the importer.
From April 14, 2026, Japan Post has Zonos, a third party, to collect these tariffs at time of shipping to pay U.S. Customs with an additional transaction fee.
These amounts will be added to your total at check out.
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