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Built in paulownia with almost no metal; the fit is so tight that pushing one drawer pushes another out.
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Kishu tansu is a paulownia chest of drawers that is a traditional craft of Wakayama Prefecture (the former Kii Province) (a Traditional Craft designated by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry). It is light, excellent in moisture resistance and also known for low heat conductivity, so it is said to be suited to storing clothes. It is made by workers including ten craftsmen certified as Traditional Craftsmen, and is famous for its precise joinery. Among paulownia chests there are those that use paulownia only in part, such as "sanpo-giri" and "mae-giri," but Kishu tansu is classed as "so-giri," made entirely of paulownia.
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Founded / opened：Edo period Highlights / collection：Paulownia sashimono, Highly airtight drawers Genre：Crafts and ceramics
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