Mid to late Edo period (18th–19th century)
Donated by the Homma family
Decorated with symbols of longevity like pine trees and peaches in gold maki-e, this octagonal food basket is covered entirely in “nashi-ji” or “pear-skin ground.” It is used for storing food, but also as gifts, shelf decorations in the tatami room, and serving vessels for Japanese confectionery in tea ceremony. The Homma family acquired it in 1933 from local Sakata historian Shirasaki Ryōya.