The design of the pine tree is shown in the typical Hayashi style without kebori and in graceful silhouette.  Fine granular tekotsu.  8.2 cm x 7.77 x 4.4 mm.  is larger than the average Tohachi.  Tohachi was the third master of the Hayashi school and a highly skilled worker.   Ref. Haynes, H 09712.0  Nihon Toso Kinko Daijiten,  Wakayama, Tosogu Meiji Taikei, Vol. III, page 295

 

Id suggest showing a close up picture of the seppa dai area from the front as I can see hints of the nakago ana punch marks used by Tohachi and this will help discerning collectors. The flower shaped stamps are also often present on his work.

Identification  by Micael Cox,                                                 $2,750

    
Tosogu Meiji Taikei, Vol. III, page 295