Turtles are known in Japan as a symbol of longevity. Treasure this decorative turtle as a lucky charm for a long life.
Kamasada
The creator of this décor is Nobuho Miya, a world-class designer and master of Nambu ironware, which has recently been drawing attention abroad as well as in Japan. He is also the third-generation head of Kamasada, a Nambu ironware manufacturer established during the Meiji Period (1868-1912). Located in the Northeastern part of Honshu in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, Kamasada has been preserving traditional manufacturing methods for more than a hundred years. The company continues to mine the potential of Nanbu ironware, breathing new life into traditional designs to create products that will surely be loved by generations to come.
Cast Iron Decor, Turtle
Dimensions
• 2" H
Materials
• Nambu Tekki Cast Iron
Origin
• Iwate, Japan