The
yosegi pattern on this difficult puzzle box is new in 2002. We named it Shiroasa-ran which
means "white asa pattern (on the sides) with a ran yosegi pattern (top and
bottom)."
This box is made by master craftsman Goto-san and bears his “hanko” mark on the inside of the lid.
At 38 moves this box is not easy to open. It has 4 split keys that operate in a
unusual pattern.
This box has a smooth working mechanism and comes with a color opening instruction
diagram. Like all the
work of Izumiya studios, it has a superior finish. This puzzle box is stamped with the
Izumiya “hanko” and comes in a high quality pressboard gift box.
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“5 sun” size: 6" x 4.25" x 2.8"
Inside Compartment: 4.125" x 3.375" x
2"
Weight: 15 ounces
Difficulty: Very difficult
Sliding panels: 4
Sliding keys: 8
Item #593
#593 - 38 Move 5 sun
Shiroasa-Ran Japanese Puzzle Box: $239.00
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“A mechanical puzzle is a self-contained object, composed
of one or more parts, which involves a problem for one person to solve by manipulation
using logic, reasoning, insight, luck, and/or dexterity.” - Jerry Slocum
The
yosegi pattern on this difficult puzzle box is new in 2002. We named it Shiroasa-ran which
means "white asa pattern (on the sides) with a ran yosegi pattern (top and
bottom)."
Goto-san and bears his “hanko” mark on the inside of the lid. 
Like all the
work of Izumiya studios, it has a superior finish. This puzzle box is stamped with the
Izumiya “hanko” and comes in a high quality pressboard gift box. 
