Vtg 60s Japanese Tea Caddy Jar Lidded Octagon Cream Cherry Bloss

A charming vintage ceramic tea caddy or storage jar from Japan, dating to the Mid-Century Modern (MCM) era, circa the early 1960s. Design: Features a distinctive octagonal/faceted shape with a creamy white (or pale yellow) colored glaze. Decoration: Hand-painted with bold, stylized cherry blossom (sakura) or plum blossom branches in black and vibrant orange/coral red. The sides have a textured or subtle crackle finish. Use: Perfect as a decorative piece, a tea caddy (chaire/natsume), a sugar bowl, or a small trinket box. Markings: Clearly marked on the bottom with a circular stamp featuring a sunburst/chrysanthemum symbol and the words "MADE IN JAPAN" around the perimeter, a common mark for export ceramics from this period. Condition: Good vintage condition some wear commensurate with age small crack on lid overall good condition please reference photos as they are part of the description of the item. Approximate Measurements: Height 5.25 inches, Width 2.75 inches, Depth 2.75 inches