Japanese Buddhist Altar Metal Matchstick Disposal Jar Hikeshi Vtg Black BA637 gogatsu ningyo Paper box: 24

Paper box: 24

The lid slides down the front and secures flush with the rest of the box

5 cm wide (ends) x 71

Poetry Karuta called Uta-garuta

Small stains on the back

Japanese Buddhist Altar Metal Matchstick Disposal Jar Hikeshi Vtg Black BA637 gogatsu ningyo Paper box: 24Vintage 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