The seemingly delicate ajiro weave by Takami Yasuhiro is very sturdy, created using beautiful thin strips of bamboo.
The double layered ajiro creates a beautiful natural pattern.
すかし網代盛篭 角
Approximately L11″ x W11″ x H2.5
Woven bamboo
Handmade in Japan by Takami Yasuhiro
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