Chrysanthemum Candy Box Interior The willow branches hanging down

The willow branches hanging down on the heron is also known to be a lucky plant due to its resilient nature and the first to bud in the spring

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Their iridescence shifts beautifully with the changing light

This painstaking process results in a piece that embodies both elegance and tradition

Chrysanthemum Candy Box Interior The willow branches hanging downThe Aizu Lacquer Candy Box by Komatsu Shigeo embodies the refined grace and auspicious symbolism of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Its gently rounded form is adorned with motifs of chrysanthemums, higaki latticework, and hamaya (evil dispelling arrows), often associated with good fortune. The chrysanthemum signifies longevity and nobility, while the hamaya invites good luck and wards off misfortune; together, the pairing of flower and arrow