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tool
Object Nametool
Mediummetal
Dimensionsrim diameter: 5 x 9 in. (12.7 x 22.9 cm)
ClassificationsGeneral Collection
Credit LineGift of the Hamano Family
Object number2018.2.7
DescriptionCylindrical piece of machinery used to cut rice crackers. Wrapping around the center of the cylinder are dozens of small pieces of metal shaped like sakura flowers. One side of the cylinder is connected to a large cog, allowing it to roll over the dough, cutting out sakura shaped arare rice crackers.
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