Yellow Box Fish by Yasuaki Kikuchi of Karakuri Creation Group (KCG)Puzzle (and box) are in perfect conditionStored in a humidity and UV controlled room Shipping to be determined after auction ends - please do not pay invoice until after shipping is determined - I can ship from US or Canada Payment by PayPal F&F preferred *Buyer pays shipping costs and PayPal fees if not paying with F&F. I understand the importance of G&S with buyer protection just please account for PayPal fees.*Any question...

Dice (large) P-9-1 designed and produced by Akio Kamei (Karakuri)This is the older, larger version (12x12x12 cm) and has a different solve than the more recent, smaller Dice puzzle.  The Hanayama lacquered Dice puzzle is shown in comparison (and is being sold separately in another listing).  Solve is tight but overall the puzzle is in good condition with a couple of hard-to-see small surface scratches (see photos).  Includes original box; cardboard box shows edge and surface wear but is in ...

Egg (large) P-10-1 designed and produced by Akio Kamei (Karakuri)This is an older, larger version of the popular Egg puzzle box.  This puzzle stands almost 7" tall with the stand.  The "small" Egg is shown in comparison and is not being sold with this listing.  The solution is smooth and the puzzle is in great shape.  Includes the original "prize" inside.  I love this puzzle, it reminds me of an ostrich egg.  I have seen versions of this puzzle with different stands (square or round).  Th...

Kyoko Hoshino has a distinctive style within the Karakuri Creation Group, with puzzle boxes that often possess a story-telling nature with movements that align beautifully with a puzzle’s theme.  A great example of this is Kinoko Box.  “Kinoko” is the Japanese word for “mushroom”, two of which can be found adorning this box and where the solution is fluidly connected to them.  All original packaging included. Karakuri product description: I made this box with the hope that someo...

Top Box M-5-X designed and produced by Akio Kamei (Karakuri)I'm not sure which Top Box version this is, but it's one of the older, large versions (15 x 15 x 10 cm).  The puzzle is in excellent condition.  I've tried a few different copies of this, including the smaller Top Box 3, and this copy has been the nicest with the cleanest solve.  Includes original solution sheet and box.  The cardboard box shows minor wear, consistent with age.-----Buyer is responsible for shipping.  Please take a...

Koro SS-15 by Shou SugimotoUnusual karakuri puzzle mechanism crafted in oak, keyaki (zelkova), wendge, magnolia.  New in original box with all inserts.  Details here: SS-15Shipping by USPS, payment via Zelle, check or money order.  If you have any questions, please ask them before bidding. :-)   See all active listings here: metagrobology : the study of puzzles

Egg (striped) P-10-5 designed and produced by Akio Kamei (Karakuri)This is a beautiful, striped version of Kamei's Egg puzzle box.  The puzzle is in great shape with a couple of small scratches that are hard to see (see photos).  The solve is smooth and it includes the original "prize" inside.  Original cardboard box is included.  I also have a "large" Egg listed (P-10-1).-----Buyer is responsible for shipping.  Please take a look at my other listings.  I am happy to combine shipping if yo...

Planet with a Ring Ⅱ (KW-28) by Hideaki Kawashima (Karakuri)Master Kawashima writes: "This Karakuri box is based on a planet with a ring. The ring is in the way and the lid will not open, but it does not require any force to remove the ring. Please wrack your brain and think of a solution. There is enough space for the finger ring.As a side note, on March 23, 2025, the rings of Saturn will be almost invisible due to the tilt of Saturn and the position of the Earth.  In this piece, the grain...

Wolf from Grimm is a fantastic example of celebrated puzzle craftsman Osamu Kasho’s singular combination of playful, character-driven Karakuri design coupled with delightful puzzling mechanic.  It presents you with a sleeping, seemingly content wolf.  Can you open him up and discover what he just ate?  This is a wonderful puzzle that is fun to solve and looks great on display.   All original packing material is included. Karakuri product description: This work was designed for an exhib...

Yasuaki Kikuchi embraces the holiday spirit when crafting Christmas puzzles more so than any other Karakuri craftsman.  His puzzle “one, two, TREE!” is incredibly clever.  Not only does it take the form of a Christmas tree, but it comes with tinsel and decorations so you can decorate the tree yourself.  It also involves amazing wood skills, with an incredibly well-disguised key step.  All original packing material is included. Karakuri product description: This work was designed as a C...

Kyoko Hoshino has a distinctive style within the Karakuri Creation Group, with puzzle boxes that often possess a story-telling nature.  The story for Ramen delivery box is pretty direct: Can you fully open the delivery box?  The puzzle has a delightful solution, plus gives you a cool twist when you have to reset everything back to start with the delivery tray returned to the delivery box.  All original packing material is included. Karakuri product description: This work was designed for a...

As with the best of Karakuri Idea Contest winners, Railroad Crossing is beautiful to behold, reflects incredible craftsmanship, and embodies a highly creative solution connected with the puzzle’s theme.  For this one the mechanic is truly remarkable, reflecting an additional puzzle: How was this even possible to build?  Railroad Crossing is large and impressive on a shelf.  All original packing material is included. Karakuri product description: Some of the mechanisms move automatically. ...

The best Karakuri Idea Contest winners are beautifully crafted puzzle creations that cleverly combine theme and solution.  A line of ants is a great example of this.  There are numerous ants depicted on the top and side.  There is a hole on top reflecting the ants’ nest.  There is also a conical shape nearby representing a mound of sugar.  The solution ties these together with the puzzle’s theme in a delightful fashion.  All original packing material is included. Karakuri product desc...

Kamei is the founder of the Karakuri Creation Group and is famous for puzzle boxes that merge impeccable craftsmanship, beautiful presentation, and clever themes and solutions.  Love Box 5 is a great example of this.  This hard-to-find classic depicts a simple heart shape spanned by a ribbon with a bow on top.  Can you figure out how to open the box and access the cloth-lined compartment inside?  All original packing material is included. Karakuri product description: I made "Love Box 3" (...

This gorgeous, ENORMOUS Karakuri comes from their 5th Idea Contest.  This Karakuri tightly couples its theme and solution, and has fantastic shelf presence.  It depicts a thermos container decanting liquid into a cup.  How can you stop the flow?  Answer the question and you’ll open the box.   To the best of my knowledge this is the first time it has ever been available via auction.  All original packaging included. Karakuri product description: Fill the teacup with hot water from t...

Bus Stop is a fantastic example of celebrated puzzle craftsman Osamu Kasho’s singular combination of playful Karakuri design coupled with delightful puzzling mechanic.  There’s a bus.  There’s a stop sign.  We all know what a vehicle does at a stop sign.  How does this play out here?  Figuring that out is the key to opening the box, and even with the solution being connected to the puzzle’s theme it can still take some time to figure out the key step.  And it’s beautiful, craft...

The Alchemist Box from 2021 from the theme "Karakuri Experiments"I solved this box once. It has been stored in my puzzle cabinet since then.Puzzle will be shipped in a sturdy cardboard box with plenty of bubble wrap.Buyer pays shipping determined after close. Please do not pay until shipping cost is confirmed.Paypal only - friends and family is preferred.Please contact me if you want more photos or information