{"product_id":"sato-mokko-phoenix-tamatebako-lacquerware-treasure-box","title":"Sato Mokko: Phoenix Tamatebako　Treasure Box in Black Lacquer","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 28.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003ePhoenix Tamatebako　Treasure Box in Black \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLacquer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 28.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; 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font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; letter-spacing: .45pt;\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; letter-spacing: .45pt;\"\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/japantastics.jp\/policies\/refund-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/japantastics.jp\/policies\/refund-policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eAll prices include international delivery, duties, and taxes, fully arranged on your behalf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: JA; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eAll orders are shipped internationally via EMS, DHL, or FedEx with delivery fully managed from Japan to your residence and tracked throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eAgainst the profound depth of jet-black lacquer, an auspicious bird takes flight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eThis work is an octagonal Tamatebako that masterfully employs traditional lacquer techniques, elevated into a form of contemporary sculptural beauty. Layer upon layer of lacquer has been meticulously applied to create a deep, lustrous black surface with remarkable richness and moisture-like depth. Reflecting its surroundings like a mirror, it creates an atmosphere of serenity and quiet refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eAdorning the lid is an opulent gold phoenix ornament of exceptional craftsmanship. Long regarded as a symbol of peace, happiness, and prosperity, the phoenix is rendered in bold high-relief with vivid movement and vitality. From the delicate layering of its feathers to the graceful curves of its flowing tail, every detail reveals the hand of a master artisan. As the light changes, so too does its expression, offering new beauty from every angle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eSupported by the distinguished recognition of selection in a fine art exhibition, this piece stands as a crystallization of technical mastery and artistic passion. Resting upon an elegant gold brocade cushion and tied with red-and-white braided cord, it possesses the noble presence of a supreme vessel worthy of safeguarding treasured objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eMajestic Jet-Black Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA mesmerizing lacquer sheen applied to the distinctive octagonal form. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eDynamic Phoenix Motif\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo phoenixes are arranged in harmonious balance, embodying wishes for auspicious fortune. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eRecognized Artistic Merit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA selected exhibition work acknowledged for its artistic value, with commanding presence as a display piece. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eTraditional Presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe gold brocade cushion and braided cord enhance the work with dignity suitable for gifting or ceremonial occasions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e Black\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eIncluded Accessories:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e Custom paulownia wood box, Gold leaf (Kanazawa gold leaf), Kyoto braided cord \u003ci\u003e(hand-braided using pure silk Karauchi cord), \u003c\/i\u003eDecorative silk cushion \u003ci\u003e(Kyoto pure silk)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eArtisan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e Carefully crafted by Keiichiro Sato\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eMain Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eDimensions: Height: 200 mm \/ Width: 470 mm \/ Depth: 470 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eWeight: 3.0 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eMaterial: Japanese Camphor wood \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eAuthentic Kiso urushi lacquer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003eEach piece is individually finished by hand. Please enjoy for years to come the unique warmth of artisan craftsmanship and the striking contrast of contemporary color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eArtist’s Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eMaster Artisan of Contemporary Japanese Furniture\u003cbr\u003eThird-Generation Head of Sato Mokko\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eBorn into the distinguished Sato Mokko workshop—founded in 1934 in Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture—\u003cb\u003eKeiichiro Sato\u003c\/b\u003e is the third-generation heir to a lineage long revered for exceptional craftsmanship. Once known locally by the saying, \u003ci\u003e“For bridal furnishings, go to Sato Mokko,”\u003c\/i\u003e the atelier built its reputation through refined heirloom furniture and traditional architectural woodwork. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eFrom an early age, Sato absorbed the discipline of master craftsmanship under the guidance of his grandfather, Zenjuro. He inherited techniques rooted in shrine and temple architecture, including intricate \u003ci\u003ekumiko\u003c\/i\u003e latticework, complex structural joinery, and precision cabinetry—foundations that would later define his artistic language. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eAt seventeen, he encountered a defining turning point when the family business faced severe financial hardship under the second generation. Taking on responsibility at a young age, Sato sustained traditional commissions while simultaneously pursuing an independent vision—one that would unite heritage craftsmanship with contemporary form. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eGuided by the belief that true craftsmanship is timeless, Sato established his signature genre of \u003cb\u003eCreative Japanese Furniture\u003c\/b\u003e: works that combine rare solid Japanese zelkova, authentic urushi lacquer, gold leaf, and centuries-old techniques with a bold contemporary sensibility. His creations transcend conventional furniture, emerging instead as collectible works of functional art that embody the Japanese ideal of beauty through utility. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eIn recent years, his work has received recognition both in Japan and internationally. Exhibitions include the Paris International Salon (recommended invitation), the Cartago Museum in Costa Rica (presented at the request of Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs), exhibitions in Dalian, China, and selection for the Japan–France Contemporary Art World Exhibition for his work \u003ci\u003eTAMATEBAKO\u003c\/i\u003e. His works have also been presented at The National Art Center, Tokyo, alongside numerous museum exhibitions, solo shows, and publications. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eIn 2023, a devastating fire destroyed his factory, showroom, tools, and materials accumulated over decades. Yet within only seven months, Sato resumed production—an act that reflects the resilience and uncompromising spirit that define master artisanship. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"left\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: left; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: JA; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eToday, Keiichiro Sato continues to shape wood in pursuit of works intended to endure not merely for a lifetime, but for generations—objects of substance, beauty, and permanence, created with a view toward the centuries ahead.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Japantastics, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47579434090732,"sku":null,"price":2000000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/6527\/5116\/files\/565835968_3255072087966881_8372526844351780157_n_76d97d60-7b80-4876-a80c-a865e6b7902e.jpg?v=1777620177","url":"https:\/\/japantastics.jp\/products\/sato-mokko-phoenix-tamatebako-lacquerware-treasure-box","provider":"Japantastics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}