This is a miniature Japanese antique rickshaw.
Japanese call it "Jinrikisha". It is about 2.5 centimeters in length.
It has moving wheels.
You can see two characters on the small silver plate beside the Jinrikisha.
It means "Asakusa", Asakusa is a favorite place for tourists in Tokyo.
Speaking of Asakusa, Sensoji Temple and Jinriksha are very popular with tourists.
If you have a opportunity to visit Asakusa, you can ride the Jinrikisha anytime in front of Sensoji Temple.
This item is made by Fumiaki Nishiyama.
Please read below about his profile.
The history of silverware in Japan(plates, sake cup etc)is old.
There used to be many silver maines in Japan and in the 16th century was one of the largest producers in the world.
Silverware was recorded in government records(Engishiki) during the Heian period, craftman, called "shirogane-chi" helped spread the use of silverware by ordinary townpeople.
The silverware, developed from the Japanese tea ceremony, takes its roots from "wabi" and "sabi", the highest aesthetic values of Japanese traditional art.
Japanese silverware attracted international attention during the 1867 Paris Expo.
Today, Tokyo is the main producer of traditional Japanese silverware.
Born in 1943 in Katsushika Ward.
In 1965 He studied with his father, Saburo Nishiyama (Master of Tokyo-Ginki).
In 1978 He was certified as a Master of Tokyo-Ginki, and The started Japan Silverware Design School.
In 1981 Awarded Grand Prize from The 6th Platinum Design Contest.
In 1995 He was certified as a traditional craftsman of Japan by the Minister of International Trade and Industry.
In 1999 He was certified as the master of traditional craftsman by Katsushika Ward Office.
In 2007 He was certified as a Tokyo Traditional Craftsman by Tokyo Metropolitan Government.
[ Works ]
In 1985 he made a Crown, The value was estimated at about 500 million yen.
Various accessories made in collaboration with Issei Miyake, Matazou Kayama and other artists.
Thank you for visiting our store.
This store is managed by Katsushika Traditional Crafts Association (KTCA) in Katsushika ward which is located in eastern Tokyo. This area has a reputation for producing many leading traditional master craftsman.
In 1991, the KTCA was officially authorized by the Katsushika ward local Government to develop the traditional craft industry. The cuwent membership of the association is more than 40 master craftsman including living National Treasures.
This store was founded with the aim of introducing Japanese traditional crafts and culture to the world. All goods are made by award winning master craftsman and all goods are guaranteed as genuine by Katsushika ward Government. Because the goods are so rare and wonderful, even people living in Japan sometimes find it difficult to obtain them.
If you have any inquires or requests, please contact us anytime. Now, enjoy guaranteed safe, shopping.
Katsushika Dento Sangyo Kan
7-3-16 Tateishi
Katsushika Ward, Tokyo
124-0024 JAPAN
[ Shipping ] All items shipped are insured.
We send it by EMS(Express Mail Service).
EMS is produced by Japan Post.
It is top priority among international mails is placed on this service and fastest delivery service.
Area
Average number of days
North America
3 - 5 days
Europe
2 - 5 days
Oceania
3 - 4 days
Asia
2 - 8 days
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