Japanese Natural Hyotan Gourd Vtg Sake Bottle Fukurokuju Seven Lucky Gods G263 sewing box Kanji on the inside bottom

Kanji on the inside bottom means fortune

This two-panel kashigata mold is carved with the design of a lotus root (renkon) with a cut cross-section

The kanji inscription says "Seichu Gishiden"（誠忠義士傳)

You have to be careful when it opens

Japanese Natural Hyotan Gourd Vtg Sake Bottle Fukurokuju Seven Lucky Gods G263 sewing box Kanji on the inside bottomVintage Japanese Natural Gourd Bottle This Japanese naturally dried large hyotan gourd was not only made for storing and carrying sake and seeds but also as a good luck charm for display. It features a classic light brown color and individual curvy shape with an etched design of Fukurokuju, one of the Seven Lucky Gods (shichifukujin). Fukurokuju is said to give the blessings of luck, wealth, and longevity. It has an orange silk braided cord with