Japanese Joinery

New finds from Kanto or Tohoku area, Japan. This large Mizuya tansu is made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the product of circa 1870s to 1900s (Meiji to early Taisho peri...

This antique platform table was crafted during the Late Meiji Era (1868–1912) Constructed with a substantial single-plank ash wood top and solid zelkova supports, it reflects the pr...

From Tohoku area, Japan. This mid-size, black Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers is a product of late Edo to early Meiji era (circa 1860s-1880s) , estimate from the style & con...

New finds from an farmer's Kura (traditional style warehouse) in Ibaraki pref., Japan. This mid-size, black Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers is a product of late Edo to early...

The main body is constructed using traditional Japanese wood joinery, secured with wooden pegs. The combination of the thin, rounded drawer handles (called "Warabi-te") and the ring...

Japanese antique apothecary chest, tansu chest of drawers for medicines (Kusuri dansu). Product of late Edo to early Meiji era (1850s-1890s), estimate from the style & condition...

Late 19th-century apothecary counter dates to the Meiji period, circa 1870s–1910s. Originally designed for the storage and classification of medicinal herbs, the cabinet presents a...

Antique "Okidoko"- wooden low display stand with drawer made of Keyaki & Japanese Red Pine (Akamatsu). Estimated to date from the late Edo to early Meiji period, circa 1850s–1880...

From Kanto or Tohoku area, Japan. This mid-size, black Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers is a product of late Edo to early Meiji era (circa 1860s-1880s) , estimate from the st...

A Japanese merchant counter tansu from the late Edo period, circa 1840s–1860s, constructed from solid Sugi cedar and finished in layers of original urushi lacquer. This piece was fo...

Japanese antique large cabinet, tansu chest of drawers in the vein of Kusuri dansu (Medicine / apothecary chest). Product of Mid to late Edo period (1820s-1860s / Early to Mid 19th C...

New finds from a long-established hardware shop in Ibaraki pref., Japan. Single tier Mizuya tansu is made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the product of circa 1870s to 190...

A small, quietly endearing antique low table crafted from solid Japanese Keyaki Zelkova, circa 1820s - 1850s, Late Edo period. Modest in scale and simple in form, it reflects a time...

New finds from Kura (the traditional style warehouse) of old established tea shop in Ibaraki pref., Japan. This Mizuya tansu is made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the pr...

Made with traditional wood joinery without metal fastener. The structure & joinery techniques are more elaborate than similar type of cabinet box from later era, no major damages...

Japanese Antique Mizuya tansu chest / side board, From Kanto area, Japan. Made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the product of circa 1900s to 1930 (late Meiji to early Show...

This medium-sized mizura tansu (kitchen chest) dates to the mid-to-late Edo period (circa 1830s-1869), as determined by its style and condition. The original urushi lacquer has a ni...

A striking and rare Japanese Kodaiji style lacquer kyara-bako, box for precious agarwood incense, Momoyama period (1573-1615), late 16th to early 17th century, Japan. The rectangula...

A pair of tall, thick and huge antique wooden sliding doors covered with tin-coated iron sheet panels. These types of doors were used at the gate / entrance of western-influenced la...

Acquired in Saitama prefecture, Japan's Kanto region, this Mizuya Tansu chest has been used to store the tableware & kitchen tools in ordinal households, dating back to the late ...

Mid size apothecary chest, medicine chest of drawers - "Kusuri dansu" in Japanese - product of late Edo era (1780s-1868), estimate from the style & conditions. Pieces of old pape...

The main body is constructed using traditional Japanese wood joinery. The original Urushi lacker finish remains, showing a beautiful wabi-sabi character.

The structural frames of the main unit & Sliding doors are made of the thick lumbers of Japanese Red Pine, made with traditional joinery without metal fasteners.

A Japanese antique small cabinet with a removable front panel, dating to the Edo period (late 18th–mid 19th century). Constructed from high-quality sugi (Japanese cedar), the surfac...

New finds from the old-established family house in Ibaraki pref, Kanto area, Japan. Had been kept with care at the 2nd floor to avoid the humidity , even it was used as the exterior ...

From Kanto or Tohoku area, Japan. This mid tall size, Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers is a product of Meiji era (circa 1860s - 1910s) , estimate from the style & conditions.

Japan, circa 1860–1910 (Meiji period). A small, quietly endearing antique low table crafted from solid Japanese chestnut (kuri). Modest in scale and simple in form, it reflects a tim...

Japanese antique large Kimono display rack called "Iko", manufactured in circa 1850s -1890s (late Edo to Meiji period), estimate from the style & conditions.

Mid size Mizuya (cupboard) , dates to Taisho to early Showa period (circa 1910s–1930s).
 Crafted from high-quality Japanese Sugi cedar and Japanese Oak. Tansu cabinets in this style...

Antique "Okidoko"- wooden low display stand with drawer from Tohoku area, Japan. Manufactured in Circa 1900s to 1920s (Taisho to early Showa period) , estimate from the style & c...

Acquired in Saitama prefecture, Japan's Kanto region, this Mizuya Tansu chest has been used to store the tableware & kitchen tools in ordinal households, dating back to the late Edo ...

A small, quietly elegant antique low table, crafted from a thick live-edge slab of solid Japanese keyaki zelkova wood, dating from the Late Edo period, circa the 1850s to late 1860s....

From Daigo, Ibaraki pref., Japan. Antique dougu tansu, tool chest of drawers made of Yamizo Sugi cedar made in the year 1886 (Meiji 19). "Yamizo Sugi" is a premium quality Sugi ced...

New finds from a Kominka in Ibaraki pref, Japan. This mid-size wooden closet is a product of 1930s - 40s (early Showa period) estimate from the style, conditions, also hearing from...

Acquired in Japan’s Tokai region, this substantial late 19th-century apothecary counter dates to the Meiji period, circa 1870s–1910s. It retains not only its original configuration...

Dating from the late Meiji to Taisho period, circa 1900–1920, this Japanese antique low stand is crafted entirely from solid keyaki (zelkova), featuring a thick single-board top and ...

from Kanto area, Japan. This 2 tier, wooden glass cabinet is a product of 1930s - 50s (early Showa period) estimate from the style, material & conditions. it's still durable ...

Japanese antique mid size Tansu (chest of drawers), product of circa 1870s - 1900s, late Edo to Meiji era, estimate from the style & conditions. Remaining original paint gives a ...

Antique mid-size tansu with 4 drawers - product of Meiji to Taisho period (estimate 1868-1926). Made with traditional woodworking jointly without metal fastener. Finished with blac...

Mid-size, Dark reddish brown Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers. Made of Sugi cedar - a product of late Edo to early Meiji era (circa 1860s-1880s) , estimate from the style &...

At the first glance, this looks like an art piece done by a modern abstract artist - with the layers of random, thicker paint on it. But the truth is, this small box chest of drawers...

Mid-size, Dark reddish brown Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers. Made of Sugi cedar - a product of late Edo to early Meiji era (circa 1860s-1880s) , estimate from the style &...

Japanese antique Itado, a substantial wooden sliding door crafted from solid Keyaki (Zelkova), dating to the late 19th century, circa 1870s–1900s (Meiji period), based on its constru...

A pair of paper covered wooden boxes, a set of large and small. Made around 1894 (Meiji 27), written on the lid with brush calligraphy in matching larger box which is in my listing. ...

Japanese vintage small box tansu chest of drawers, Kohikidashi, fully made of Kiri (Paulownia). Refinished by seller with traditional black Urushi lacquer, persimmon tannin & bur...

This cabinet is crafted from high-quality Japanese Sugi cedar and dates to the Meiji–Taishō period (circa 1900s–1920s). It is made entirely from dense, high-grade Sugi wood, which h...

from Tohoku area, Japan. Japanese antique small box tansu chest of drawers, Kohikidashi, made of Sugi Cedar. Product of circa 1850s-1870s (late Edo to early Meiji era), estimate from...

Japanese antique Zataku low table for 4 people, a set of tabletop & wooden leg frame. Aimed to make as Kotatsu table (heat table with brazier) in winter. Tabletop material is ma...

- Striking vintage low sofa/coffee table - Stunning Japanese exotic ash veneer intricate grain resembling marble - Classic bronzed end supports - Statement & conversation piece.

Japanese antique shallow Tansu chest of drawers with 4 shelves - made of quality red pine & chestnut. The product of 1840s - 1860s (late Edo period) estimate from the style &...

Product of late Edo period (estimate 1860s-1870s) in Aomori prefecture, Japan. Originally made as tool chest or medicine chest, made of thick, fine grade reddish Sugi cedar. The rus...

Paper covered wooden box with lid - made around 1894 (Meiji 27), written on the lid with brush calligraphy. Can be displayed as a unique wabi sabi art piece, also as display stand w...

Japanese Black Lacquer and Gilt Wall Mirror with Tokugawa Aoi Crest, c. 1930 A finely crafted Japanese wall mirror from the early Shōwa period, executed in deep black lacquer and ri...

Inspired by George Nakashima's "Mira" stool, this curved black oak top incorporates through body tenons with wedge joinery. This particular set of black oak stools are made from rec...

Japanese antique Itado, thick wooden sliding door made of Sugi Cedar, for both interior & exterior use.

Inspired by George Nakashima's "Mira" stool, this curved white oak top incorporates through body tenons with wedge joinery. This particular set of white oak stools are made from rec...

Four-panel teak folding screen featuring traditional Japanese kumiko joinery with hemp leaf (asanoha) geometric pattern.

Inspired by the Nakashima "Mira Stool" our solid wood seat adorns three gentle slopes showcasing split tenon wedges for the three legs and 3 heights of footrests for every leg length.

The combination of the deeply aged black surface and vertical latticework gives the cabinet an almost architectural presence, reminiscent of traditional Japanese wooden screens and j...

Inspired by the nakashima "Mira Stool" our solid wood seat adorns three gentle slopes showcasing split tenon wedges for the three legs and 3 heights of footrests for every leg length.