NOTE: This is a lovely box with an elegant solution.  I have solved it a couple of times and reset it.  But it does have one problem.  The third of the seven steps is extremely sticky.  It is hard to make the move.  Once the move is made then everything operates as expected, but resetting it and trying again the next day seems to return the box to its original sticky state.Per the Karakuri website:Japanese Puzzle Box Maze 7 stepsHiroyuki OkaITEMH-15Created11/2011Size(box body)120 X 90 X 60 ...

Per the DEDwood Crafts website:Hidden tricks and tools will keep you guessing as you solve your way through our newest sequential discovery puzzle box. Things are not always what they seem.  Menace may fool you into thinking it is simple when in fact you have only just begun its multi-step journey. You will understand how menacing this box’s secrets are when you have found the secret prize hidden within its final compartment. Menace’s sleek aesthetic uses a single exotic wood for a clean, s...

Per the DEDwood Crafts website:Burner is the newest puzzle from DEDwood Crafts.  It resembles a modern cell phone and should provide a bit of a challenge. The goal is to remove the center portion. Once solved, the inner mechanisms will be revealed. This multi-step puzzle is part sequential discovery and part trick opening. It is made from beautiful granadillo and contrasting European beech. Its dimensions are 6" x 3" x 1.5".The photos will show everything included in the sale.The puzzle is loca...

Per the DEDwood Crafts website:Apeiron is a Greek word meaning “unlimited, boundless, or infinite”.  This name was chosen for the shape it resembles.  However, you may find it also describes the length of time to solve this devilishly tricky puzzle.The goal is to remove the lid and gain access to the internal compartment.  Manipulation of the two knobs is needed to achieve this goal.  While the mechanism is simple, it’s rather difficult to execute.Apeiron is made from black walnut and ...

Mame-Himitsu-Bako (Tiny Secret Box) by Yoshio Okiyama KCG Karakuri BoxThis work was created by former Karakuri Creation Group chairman Mr. Yoshio Okiyama.And he is the legend craftsman of traditional secret box.“Mame-Himitsu-bako” It means Secret Box that is very small just like beans. These works are only about 3-4 cm in size, however they possess amazingly precision. And there are over 10 steps to open this box.This is very good condition, The box mechanism works perfectly. opens and clos...

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————————...

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—————————————————————————————...

Let’s get dressed  (SS-20) by Shou Sugimoto  Karakuri Creation GroupThis work was designed as a Christmas present for 2024.It seems to appear as a regular box, however…?Soon you will realize the meaning of the name of this box.*Brand new condition , Original Box, with Solution Sheet, The box mechanism works perfectly. opens and closes without any problems at all.Also The Sugimoto’s Stamp is on the inside of the box.Size : 64× 64× 70mm Material : walnut, magnolia, maple, chanchin—�...

Secret Panel Box (Large) Lake Ashi and Mt.Fuji - Karakuri BoxThis is a panel box featuring famous Lake Ashi in Hakone and Mt.Fuji, designed with beautiful wood inlay art.The box is simple and easy to open. And inside is a key box. The back side of the box has a hook for mounting on the wall. It will be a perfect interior decorating item on your wall.* Excellent condition, nearly brand new. with Original Box,Size : 315× 315× 53mm——————————————————————...

Secret Heart (MY-1) by Tatsuo Miyamoto KCG Music Box Edition Karakuri BoxSecret Heart was created by Karakuri Creation Group member Mr. Tatsuo Miyamoto in 2000.This piece is features his signature heart motif and is a rare work that incorporates a music box mechanism into a Karakuri box.The music box song is “It’s a small world”*Excellent condition , Original Box, with Solution Sheet, The box mechanism works perfectly. opens and closes without any problems at all. Also the music box works...