Japanese Buddhist Altar Metal Matchstick Disposal Jar Hikeshi Vtg Black BA637 gogatsu ningyo Water damage on the spine

Water damage on the spine

Letters on the bottom mean made by Goro

Poetry Karuta called Uta-garuta

Item weight: 775 grams

They are made from bamboo or wood and have a plastic cap

Japanese Buddhist Altar Metal Matchstick Disposal Jar Hikeshi Vtg Black BA637 gogatsu ningyo Water damage on the spineVintage Japanese Matchstick Disposal Jar for Buddhist Altar This item is a vintage metal matchstick extinguisher jar (hikeshi) made for use as an altar fitting in a Japanese Buddhist altar. It is a tool that can safely dispose of matches after lighting candles or incense by inserting a used matchstick into the hole in the lid. It is mostly black and cylindrical with the exception of the brown metal finial on the lid. Black, brown Metal C1970 Item