In Japanese gift-giving culture, the presentation, care, and intention behind a gift carry as much weight as the item itself. During his travels in Japan, Mark received and witnessed small gifts exchanged (usually snacks), and the tradition runs far beyond mere packaging - it is a way of expressing respect, sincerity, and good fortune to the person on the other end. This medium box speaks directly to that tradition.
The deep green paper is patterned with white cranes in flight and scattered pink sakura blossoms against fine gold striping, with the kanji Go-Ryori-Bocho on the front - the traditional label for a box made specifically to present a kitchen knife. The crane has long been associated with longevity and good fortune in Japanese symbolism, making this a fitting choice for a gift meant to be kept and remembered. This medium size suits shorter knives - petties, smaller santokus, and similar lengths - while still giving the presentation the same ceremony as the large box. The box itself is sturdy and rigid rather than a flimsy folding carton, and it includes a matching paper sheath sized to slip around the knife before it goes into the box.Color: Green
Design: White Cranes and Pink Sakura on Gold Stripes
Made in Japan
Includes: Matching Paper Sheath (205mm x 60mm)
Outer Length: 14.5 in (367mm)
Outer Width: 3 in (80mm)
Outer Height: 1.25 in (30mm)
Inner Length: 14 in (357mm)
Inner Width: 2.75 in (70mm)
Inner Depth: Just Under 1 in (25mm)
The deep green paper is patterned with white cranes in flight and scattered pink sakura blossoms against fine gold striping, with the kanji Go-Ryori-Bocho on the front - the traditional label for a box made specifically to present a kitchen knife. The crane has long been associated with longevity and good fortune in Japanese symbolism, making this a fitting choice for a gift meant to be kept and remembered. This medium size suits shorter knives - petties, smaller santokus, and similar lengths - while still giving the presentation the same ceremony as the large box. The box itself is sturdy and rigid rather than a flimsy folding carton, and it includes a matching paper sheath sized to slip around the knife before it goes into the box.
