Products Name: Hinoki 8 Syaku Masu (17-165-02)
Size: 8.2x8.2x5.1cmH (3.23x3.23x2.01inchH)
Inside Dimensions:6.0x6.0x4.0cmH
(2.36x2.36x1.57inchH)
Materials: Hinoki Cedar
Capacity: 144 cc
A container made of Japanese hinoki cedar wood, has its origins in the Middle Ages.
It was a unit of measure for rice. Basic version has a capacity of 1 "go" or 180 g equivalent.
This corresponded to the daily portion needed to feed one person.
Over the years, this container has also become a unit of measure for sake.