Small Hibachi 火鉢 / Japanese Fire Pot, early Shōwa era.

Small solid wood hibachi with a copper lining, 1940s. The fire pot rests on three legs elevated on a wooden base.

This type of hibachi was used to warm the hands in winter.

Today, the beautifully grained fire pot serves as a unique decorative piece and is lovely as a plant stand or for ikebana arrangements. Dimensions: height 15.5 cm, diameter 20 cm.

A Japanese hibachi is a traditional fire pot used in Japan to heat spaces and prepare food. The word "hibachi" is derived from the Japanese words "hi" (fire) and "bachi" (bowl), referring to a bowl with fire. Nowadays, hibachis are still used in traditional Japanese homes, but they have also become popular as decorative objects and collectibles due to their historical and artistic value. Many people use them as decorative elements in their interior and utilize these 'fire pots' as unique plant stands.