Masu (Square Rice Box and Sake Container)

Masu (枡升) are boxes that were traditionally used to measure out rice. Because rice was such a valuable commodity, these denominations became a form of currency. Nowadays, masu are used for decorative purposes and in sake pouring.

There are two sizes included in this listing, extra-large (isshou) and the standard size.

The standard masu measures around 8 cm x 8 cm x 4.5 cm.

The extra-large masu measures around 18 cm x 18 cm x 9 cm.

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