Japanese Porcelain Small Plate Kozara Vtg Plum Blossom Sun Black White PY715 Kakejiku There are cracks in the

There are cracks in the bottom board and the lid of the box

Some characters on the box: 菱野窯 Hishino-gama (kiln name)

Discoloration on a bamboo frame

Vintage Japanese Wooden Storage Box for Snack Bowl

Japanese Porcelain Small Plate Kozara Vtg Plum Blossom Sun Black White PY715 Kakejiku There are cracks in theVintage Japanese Porcelain Plate Kozara This item is a vintage Japanese porcelain small plate, or Kozara. White with a black border, this delicate, handcrafted plate features lush white and gold plum blossoms (ume) on black branches with an orange sun. It has raised bumps where flower buds on the branches are. Plum blossoms bloom at the end of winter, and this image gives a cold winter morning sunrise feel. Kozara are often used for small dishes and