Kakigōri Ice Shaver, Japan, 1960s

Description

An old ice machine used to finely shave an ice block to make Kakigōri (かき氷).

This ice scraper was used … more An old ice machine used to finely shave an ice block to make Kakigōri (かき氷).

This ice scraper was used at summer festivals in Japan, in the 1950s-60s. Due to its beautiful patina, this ice maker is a unique decorative object that brings authentic Japan into your interior.

Approximate dimensions: Height 78 cm, Width 50 cm, Depth 35 cm. Weight: 21 kg.

Kakigōri (かき氷) is a Japanese shaved ice dessert flavored with syrup and a sweetener, often condensed milk. less