Japanese Classic Wooden Kokeshi Doll Vtg Black Brown Traditional Craft KF789 file Words on the box lid:

Words on the box lid: Pewter

The back of the cup also has the Kanji letters

The open space on the katagami will be a negative space in the printed design

but they do feature the subtle natural wood grain through the lacquer

Japanese Classic Wooden Kokeshi Doll Vtg Black Brown Traditional Craft KF789 file Words on the box lid:Japanese Wooden Kokeshi Doll This vintage Japanese wooden kokeshi doll has a classic design (round head, cylindrical body). The body is straight with a tapered neck, and it is painted with Kyoto related designs, such as Maiko(young geisha girl), the kanji for Gion, and a three tiered pagoda. The facial expression is youthful and joyful, and the black hair and white ribbon are painted on the head. It has been brushed with a clear lacquer coating.