Beautiful, as new, rare Microscope puzzle box from Hiroshi Iwahara from the Karakuri Creation Group.  Absolutely fantastic craftmanship and a stunning puzzle.Has been solved once.  As shown in images comes in original packaging and all paperwork including solution (not opened). Shipped from Bristol, UK.  Shipping costs will be calculated when auction has ended depending upon buyer location.  Payment by Paypal preferred.Description from the Karakuri website below:What do you think of when yo...

Immaculate version of 2026 released Succulents puzzle from Yasuaki Kikuchi from the Karakuri creation group.Has been solved once.  As shown in images comes in original packaging and all paperwork including solution (not opened). Shipped from Bristol, UK.  Shipping costs will be calculated when auction has ended depending upon buyer location.  Payment by Paypal preferred.Description of the puzzle below from the Karakuri site:I created this box based on Christmas Present from 2019. Adding new ...

Please note that this is a large puzzle.  Dimensions below.The gift box and inserts are included.Per the Karakuri website:Hungry Sea OttercraftsmanYasuaki KikuchiITEMZ-17Created4/2024Size(box body)160 x 84 x 104 mmSize(storage part)28 x 49 x 23 mmMaterialwalnut, chestnut, magnolia, katsuraFacebookTwitter共有I created this work with two motivations as follows:First, I wanted to realize the mechanism of the traditional secret box in a more three-dimensional way.Second, I wanted to express movem...

Last up for auction in 2023!Per the Karakuri website:Secret Base 2craftsmanHiroshi IwaharaITEMRF-32Created10/2011Size(box body)90×90×75mmSize(storage part)*****Materialoak, walnut, birch, bubinga, othersoak, walnut, birch, bubinga, othersFacebookTwitter共有This work was designed as a Christmas present for 2011.This is a “Sisters work” of “Secret Base” (RF-18). The second compartment of the RF-18 is opened by a special operation. This work will be opened by same way. But, at first, yo...

Per the Karakuri website:Elevator BoxcraftsmanHiroshi IwaharaITEMRF-84Created7/2024Size(box body)135 x 84 x 60Size(storage part)59 x 47 x 28 (2 rooms)Materialwalnut, wendge, maple, magnoliaFacebookTwitter共有I imagined the movement of a character in a video game who runs up elevators.The trick is based on my past work, "Bean Bag Drawer" (RF-36), designed over 10 years ago.It was my favorite work however I gave no hint to solving it. This time, the hint is in the patterns on its surface.The dra...

Per the Karakuri website:Wrapping BoxKyoko HoshinoITEMHS-3Created11/2009Size(box body)68×68×123 mmSize(storage part)*****Materialmagnolia, cloth, ribbon, bellFacebookTwitter共有This work was designed as a Christmas present for 2009. There are times when a customer opens the karakuri-box only when given a hint at the exhibition. The hints are the movements of the parts, or the sounds when they shake the box for example. What would happen if there were no such hints available? This box was mad...

Per the Karakuri website.Travel pillowKyoko HoshinoITEMHS-11Created11/2013Size(box body)114×54×70 ㎜Size(storage part)*****Materialancient keyaki (zelkova), magnolia, clothFacebookTwitter共有This work was designed as a Christmas present for 2013. I have been interested in the Travel Pillow for some time. It was a wooden box pillow that was popular during the Edo period for travel. When it was actually used, items required for the trip, such as a light or a mirror, were stored compactly insi...

Per the Karakuri website:SunflowerTatsuo MiyamotoITEMMY-20Created4/2012Size(box body)92×92×90mmSize(storage part)*****Materialwalnut, keyaki, karinFacebookTwitter共有This work was designed as a Christmas present for 2012.My wife loved sunflowers. She asked me to make a box with sunflowers. But because I thought that it was difficult to make a flower as a mechanism, I did not make it. However, I was finally able to make it. The puzzle is located in the United States, but I will ship worldwi...

This puzzle has only been up for auction twice, the last time was almost four years ago.  Here's your chance!I want to note that I feel like there's something hidden with this puzzle.  I've solved it, and it's wonderful, like you'd expect from an Iwahara puzzle.  But it also seems like maybe there's something more.  I couldn't find any information within the puzzle or on the internet, but if you buy this, and you find something beyond the initial solve, please let me know!Per the Karakuri we...

This box is as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside!  I have solved it and reset it and it works great.Per the Karakuri website:Irregular open 4 times secret boxYoshiyuki NinomiyaITEMN-28Created11/2010Size(box body)91×117×60mmSize(storage part)*****Materialmagnoria, katsura, ilex, walnut, rengas, nigaki, camphor treeFacebookTwitter共有This work was designed as a Christmas present for 2010.This secret box is irregular and opens in 4 turns. This is an irregular open type secret box...

This is an unusual and special box.  It was designed and made in 2000 by Yoshio Okiyama of the Karakuri Creation Group.  The last time one was up for auction was eight years ago.  Because this is such a unique item, I am setting it up as a 14-day auction.I have tested the box and it works well.Note that I only have the packaging lid, not the complete box.  It also comes with the insert shown in the last photo.Per the Karakuri website:Twin BoxYoshio OkiyamaITEMYO-2Created1/2000Size(box body)1...

A Chance Meeting (MY-7-5) by Tatsuo Miyamoto KCG Karakuri BoxThis work was created by former Karakuri Creation Group member Mr. Tatsuo Miyamoto.This work is composed of three parts; the lower box, the top heart and the 3-leaf clover with three hearts. The lower part does not open freely and the top heart looks a bit lonely. In the middle, the 3-leaf clover composed of 3 hearts is the same as the heart on top. Maybe people who are quick to understand have already noticed the answer. But can you m...

Per the Karakuri website:Sakura Mochi (Japanese Cake)craftsmanAkio KameiITEMP-44Created2/2009Size(box body)140 x 120 x 42 mmSize(storage part)*****Materialmizuki (dogwood), rose wood, oak, etc.FacebookTwitter共有This work was made for the exhibition with the theme Spring. The leaf of the cherry tree is wood inlay made by Haruo Uchiyama.The puzzle is located in the United States, but I will ship worldwide.Customs forms for international shipments will reflect actual payments.Payments can be m...

Puzzle box is in excellent condition.  Original packaging and paperwork are included.Per the Karakuri website:SkyscraperscraftsmanOsamu KashoITEMOS-19Created3/2020Size(box body)100x115x73mmSize(storage part)75x57x45mmMaterialJapanese walnut, wendge, chanchin, kmaple, oak, cherryFacebookTwitter共有This work was designed for an exhibition with the theme, “GO”. Five buildings are standing on the top of the box. The height of the buildings are adjustable. What is the pattern of the top board?...

Per the Karakuri website:LockTatsuo MiyamotoITEMMY-24Created11/2014Size(box body)120×90×33mmSize(storage part)*****MaterialwalnutFacebookTwitter共有This work was designed as a Christmas present for 2014.The design of this work was inspired by the 2013 pirates box. I wonder what design 2015 will bring. 　The puzzle is located in the United States, but I will ship worldwide.Customs forms for international shipments will reflect actual payments.Payments can be made through PayPal (Friends & ...

Heart to Heart (P-16) by Akio Kamei KCG Karakuri BoxThis Heart to Heart Box was created in 1987 by Akio Kamei who is legendary craftsman of karakuri boxand also former Karakuri Creation Group chairman. It is his masterpiece, very rare and really valuable one.This work futures unique tricks, very high quality production, and a beautiful shape and grain of box as a piece of art. it will be a perfect interior decorating item on your shelf.“ My motive for creating this was to invent a new box that...