During our time in Japan we have seen stone lantern (tōrō) in so many places — Japanese gardens, leading up to shrine and temples, and even in people’s yards.
I think the prices are still high from extreme shortages last year (due to poor growing conditions). It was declared a national emergency last year and they had to release reserve stock and enforce rationing. This year I haven't heard about the rice production being as low, but prices are still up!
Love your explanation of things! Thanks for sharing your research.
If you have a place to store it or use it at your next location, I would definitely buy one. Cheaper than getting one in the states and more authentic. 🤍
Rice prices are high for those little bags. People eat a couple of cups of cooked rice a day generally.
I wonder: Was it poor growing conditions last summer? Lots of purchases leaving little in stock? To a few people growing Rice nowadays?
I love your descriptions of the various styles. I love your research. I love how you are immersing in the culture surrounding you. Sugoi!
I say, "Go for it!" You will be happy you did. Maybe a Kotoji-toro, shorter one with legs, so it is movable.
I think the prices are still high from extreme shortages last year (due to poor growing conditions). It was declared a national emergency last year and they had to release reserve stock and enforce rationing. This year I haven't heard about the rice production being as low, but prices are still up!
Beautiful photos! Great information, thanks!❤️
Love your explanation of things! Thanks for sharing your research.
If you have a place to store it or use it at your next location, I would definitely buy one. Cheaper than getting one in the states and more authentic. 🤍
Rice prices are high for those little bags. People eat a couple of cups of cooked rice a day generally.
I wonder: Was it poor growing conditions last summer? Lots of purchases leaving little in stock? To a few people growing Rice nowadays?
Do you know?