Kashi Kigata (Wooden Confectionary Mold) with Crane & Turtle Motif
Vintage Kashi Kigata or Kashigata from the 1960s~70s
Direct translation for Kashi is sweets or confectionary and Kigata means wooden mold
These were used primarily to make Higashi (dry confections) by packing and pressing a rice flour and sugar mixture into the mold
In current times, vintage and antique kashigata are also used as home decor
This particular mold is a less seen design of the auspicious crane and turtle motif
In Japanese legend, as cranes are thought to live 1,000 years and the mythical minogame turtle 10,000 years, this motif is considered to be auspicious for good health, longevity and wisdom, as well as marital harmony
SIZE (Approx.)
LENGTH 27.0CM (10.6") X WIDTH 8.7CM (3.4”) X HEIGHT 2.2CM (0.9")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
309 Grams
CONDITION - GOOD
Small chip on corner and some stains showing signs of age. Stamped with original sale price of ¥1000. Overall good condition.
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.
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply.
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.
⚠️ US Customers only
Since August 29, 2025, additional import fees apply to all commercial parcels entering the US and must be prepaid.
These fees will appear under "Shipping" at checkout.
Please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Kashi Kigata (Wooden Confectionary Mold) with Crane & Turtle Motif
Vintage Kashi Kigata or Kashigata from the 1960s~70s
Direct translation for Kashi is sweets or confectionary and Kigata means wooden mold
These were used primarily to make Higashi (dry confections) by packing and pressing a rice flour and sugar mixture into the mold
In current times, vintage and antique kashigata are also used as home decor
This particular mold is a less seen design of the auspicious crane and turtle motif
In Japanese legend, as cranes are thought to live 1,000 years and the mythical minogame turtle 10,000 years, this motif is considered to be auspicious for good health, longevity and wisdom, as well as marital harmony
SIZE (Approx.)
LENGTH 27.0CM (10.6") X WIDTH 8.7CM (3.4”) X HEIGHT 2.2CM (0.9")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
309 Grams
CONDITION - GOOD
Small chip on corner and some stains showing signs of age. Stamped with original sale price of ¥1000. Overall good condition.
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.
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply.
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.
⚠️ US Customers only
Since August 29, 2025, additional import fees apply to all commercial parcels entering the US and must be prepaid.
These fees will appear under "Shipping" at checkout.
Please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
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