{"product_id":"showa-era-five-gentlemen-lacquerware-serving-set","title":"Showa Era Five Gentlemen Lacquer Tray \u0026 Coasters Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage Japanese lacquerware (合成漆器) tea ceremony set from the Showa era, consisting of a round serving tray and five matching coasters (chaku).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach coaster features one of the “Five Gentlemen” (五君子) motifs, a classic theme in Japanese aesthetics symbolizing elegance and noble character:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePine (松) – endurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBamboo (竹) – integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlum (梅) – renewal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrysanthemum (菊) – grace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIris (菖蒲) – refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe surface has a deep red-brown lacquer finish, giving a subtle reflective sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComes in the original storage box (TRADEMARK LINDEN).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnused long-term storage item; slight aging to the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e pressed metal with lacquered finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Showa (likely 1960s–1980s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTray:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 30.3 cm diameter, approx. 2 cm height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 11.6 cm diameter × approx. 1.7 cm height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that all items in my shop are vintage and may show signs of age, including scratches, tarnishing, and other imperfections that add to their character. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of each item's condition. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out before purchasing. All images are of the actual product. However, please be aware that colors may appear slightly different on screen due to display settings.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kozaru Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55821435208020,"sku":"492","price":85.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/0733\/8580\/files\/il_570xN.7416911611_oszk.jpg?v=1779999547","url":"https:\/\/kozarushop.com\/products\/showa-era-five-gentlemen-lacquerware-serving-set","provider":"Kozaru Japanese Crafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}