Jiita

A jiita is a wooden board or sheet that is used to display bonsai, especially those with flowers or fruits. It is a type of flat table that enhances the beauty and harmony of the bonsai and its pot. A jiita can have various shapes, such as elliptical, hexagonal or gourd-like. It is usually made from natural wood that has knots, grains or burls, and it is varnished to highlight its texture and color. A jiita is considered a traditional and elegant way of presenting bonsai in Japan.