Japanese Natural Hyotan Gourd Vtg Sake Bottle Lucky Charm Large Calabash G255 Multi Color Silk strips on the inside

Silk strips on the inside

This is a vintage Japanese daruma statue carved from wood

Packed weight: 1089 grams

6 cm wide x cm 2

The stamp represents a military-like symbol consisting of two crossed blades topped with a star and an anchor at the background

Japanese Natural Hyotan Gourd Vtg Sake Bottle Lucky Charm Large Calabash G255 Multi Color Silk strips on the insideVintage Japanese Natural Gourd Bottle This Japanese naturally dried large hyotan gourd was not only made for storing and carrying sake and seeds but also as a good luck charm for display. It features a unique dark brown color (likely stained darker) and individual curvy shape. It had a braided gold cord tied around the top. As a good luck charm, hyotan gourds symbolize the prosperity of descendants, preventing illness, and the success of a business.