Kamei is known for highly original puzzle mechanics, and this is a great example of that.  I have no idea what's going on inside that makes the crazy cool solution possible.Karakuri product description:The name Parabox was made by paradox and box. When you open the box, it will be locked up. The material is Silky-oak which is beautiful and rare.Size: 20 x 100 x 80 mmMaterial: silky-oakCondition: Slight discoloration on wood. Visible in photo.Buyer to pay shipping, calculated after auction. I...

Large, impressive Karakuri Idea Contest winner from 2015, beautifully crafted by Kawashima.Karakuri product description:We designed a new structure for this work, to avoid the problem of humidity. The movement is simple, but a lot of time and effort was spent making it.This work was produced by Karakuri Creation Group’s craftsmen, from a selected idea of “7th Karakuri Puzzle Idea Contest”.Original idea by Makoto OkadaHand-crafted by Hideaki Kawashima (Karakuri Creation GroupSize: 90×90×...

Released in 2016, Planet with a Ring I represents a highly stylized, puzzlized version of Saturn.  Unlike its sibling Planet with a Ring II, this one (1) has never been remade and thus very hard to find and (2) comes with a stand that gives the "planet" the same axis tilt as Saturn.Karakuri product description:This work was designed for an exhibition that theme is “Space”.This work's motif is the planet Saturn.When a work is put on a stand, it's the same axial tilt as Saturn.A planetary rin...

Creative, beautiful puzzle mechanic by renowned Karakuri master Hiroshi Iwahara.Karakuri product description:It was created as an Xmas Present of 2005.The appearance looks like a Secret Box, though there isn't any Mosaic pattern on the surface. On the top, there is a small decoration of a tree. You can find 2 plates you can move freely. Usually you move one plate at first. But, in this case that would be wrong. The important point is how to open the 2 plates. It takes only 4 ways to open the fin...

Detour Box is a very nice Puzzle Box designed and made by Peter Freese of Ludignum. It is no longer available as all 50 copies were sold out via a pre-order list.  From the description on the website:"What feels like a way forward is sometimes only the path back to where we began.The Detour Box reflects the idea that progress isn’t linear, paths turn unexpectedly, and the signs that show we are going astray are often overlooked. What starts with clear intention gently bends — returning you...

Triskele has a very cool, highly innovative mechanism.  The solution motion is delightful.This is a special edition of Triskele, with a distinctive Kagome yosegi pattern on each face.  It was available only at the Izumiya puzzle shop in Hakone, Japan.Karakuri product description:The movements were not until now my works.When you open this box for the first time, please take care about the surroundings.Size: 72×72×72mmMaterial: Birch, magnolia, wendge, oakCondition: PerfectBuyer to pay shippi...

XY is a very fun, intricate puzzle by Karakuri master Hideaki Kawashima.  This is the original 2013 version, not its later remakes.Karakuri product description:This work was designed for Karakuri Party in Hakone 2013.Surface design and movement synchronize.The technique of "tongue and groove joints" are used for surface parts.Distortion and shrinkage have been reduced by this technique.Size: 86×86×86mmMaterial: Magnolia, maple, walnut, etc.Condition: PerfectBuyer to pay shipping, calculated ...

This sequential discovery puzzle box by famed puzzle craftsman Junichi Yananose (Juno) is utterly brilliant and one of his best.  As you would expect with a sequential discovery puzzle you have to move through a series of steps, but here each step is hard to find because each is so darned clever.  It’s just wonderful.  Even after you get to the hidden compartment you’ll discover a ring that gives the puzzle its name – and that seemingly won’t come out.  Can you open the box?  Can yo...

Karakuri Door (SE-1) by Karakuri Creation Group KCG Karakuri Box Puzzle BoxThe Karakuri Door is permanently on display at the Sekisho Karakuri museum. Because of this it was produced in a motif. karakuri box is the ultimate woodworking item, combining the idea of "karakuri" handed down from generation to generation with new "karakuri" create from the rich imagination of craftsmen, which are then realized through precise and delicate processing.The Karakuri Creation Group’s Stamp is on the bac...

Sharaku Secret Box (Uchiyama’s Wood Inlay Art)  Karakuri Box Puzzle BoxThis traditional Japanese Yosegi(marquetry) style secret box. The box is designed with beautiful wood inlay featuring “Sharaku”, a famous Japanese ukiyo-e print by Haruo Uchiyama. Also There is inlay art of cranes, which is a symbol of Mr. U’chiyama’s design.He is an award-winning master craftman of wood inlay work. Also He created works in collaboration with Mr. Akio Kamei who is master craftman of Karakuri Creati...

Karakuri Test Tube Box Karakuri box is the ultimate woodworking item, combining the idea of "karakuri" handed down from generation to generation with new "karakuri" create from the rich imagination of craftsmen, which are then realized through precise and delicate processing.Also this box is decorated with marquetry (Hakone Yosegi).*Brand new condition, with the Box & Solution envelope, 3 Glass test tube included.The box mechanism works perfectly. Size : 125×115×100mm————————...

Money Bank by Akio Kamei KCG Karakuri Box Puzzle BoxThis Money Bank puzzle box was created Akio Kamei in 1987. Who is a Karakuri Creation Group’s master of craftsman. It is his classic work and  features very interesting mechanism. a beautiful shape and grain of box as a piece of art. it will be a perfect interior decorating item on your shelf.The Kamei’s Stamp is on the inside of the box.* Excellent condition, with the Original Box and Solution Sheet (written in Japanese)Size : 80×80×60...

String Box IV by Akio Kamei KCG Karakuri Box Puzzle BoxThis box was created by Karakuri Creation Group’s master of craftsman, Mr. Kamei.It's not so difficult to open. But can you open it by yourself ?This is in mint, new condition* Brand new condition, with the Original Box,Size : 91×91×63mmMaterial : katsura, magnolia, etc.———————————————————————————————————————————————***Payment via only PayPal Fr...

Hit Box  KCG Karakuri Box Puzzle BoxYou must hit the box to open it. This is quite simple, but it is also quitefunny. At craft fairs, many people felt that Karakuri Boxes were difficultto open. Therefore, this was designed. For a long time, the craftsmancontinued making it in secret, because, other craftsmen in our group weretrying to create special works, too. This is a new specification. The surface painting is an beautiful oil finish.The box mechanism works perfectly. opens and closes withou...

Goblet Secret Box by Shiro Tajima Limited EditionThis work was created by former Karakuri Creation Group member Mr. Shiro Tajima.This work is based on the famous Rubin vase motif. Also the box futures elegantly design and refined marquetry patterns.*This Goblet Secret Box is a Limited version design.The  box moves perfectly.*Brand new condition, with the Original Box & Solution envelope, Size : 120×70×55mm—————————————————————————————...