This is a very clever and deceptive (hence the name) box by Hiroshi Iwahara at the karakuri Creation Group. You simply need to ignore all the usual methods and hints that you'd expect and enjoy the surprise! Based on a concept from 10 years ago that has been realised by the use of new parts. Please note that whilst all boxes are made of teak and camphor tree, the Yosegi pattern will differ from box to box.
Creator Hiroshi iwahara Origin Japan Material Teak, camphor. Size 78 x 90 x 66mm Internal 105 x 104 x 22mm
A popular tourist destination, hakone become a destination for unique trick boxes using local woods and traditional techniques. a list of craftsmen became experts in their field and decided to work together - out of this, the karakuri creation group was born. an ensemble of expert puzzle makers, there really is no place in the world like hakone as a puzzle-producing region.
