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Mid-Century Modernist Brass and Iron Fireplace Tool Set
Located in San Diego, CA
Simple elegant fire tools set, with patinated brass finish handles circa 1950s Made in Japan .
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20th Century Japanese Hollywood Regency Vintage Japanese Tools

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Iron

Japanese Rare Mid Century "Wave" Pattern Garden Bench
Located in South Burlington, VT
chiseled on plank in a dramatic "wave" pattern using traditional Japanese tools "Oire Nomi". The butterfly
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Vintage Japanese Tools

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Hardwood

Japan Mid Century "Wave" Hardwood Garden Bench
Located in South Burlington, VT
traditional Japanese tools "Oire Nomi". The butterfly joint at the end reminds us of George Nakashima's
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Vintage Japanese Tools

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Hardwood

Handmade "Ekaratsu tea" tea ceremony tools made in Japan
By Arita
Located in Shibuya City, JP
Handmade. Karatsu ware is characterized by a simple and powerful impression, using roughly textured and coarse clay as its main material. It is one of the popular pottery production ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vintage Japanese Tools

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Memphis Tool Kit Set by Koyo Sangyo, Japan, 1980s
By Koyo Sangyo
Located in Munich, DE
Rare tool kit designed by Koyo Sangyo, Japan, 1980s. This complete set represents the 'Memphis
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1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Metal

Japanese Folk Tools Wooden Objet / Display Stand / Wabi-Sabi Primitive
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
It is believed that this was used as an old Japanese folk tool. Cedar is used. The beautiful wood
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20th Century Japanese Primitive Vintage Japanese Tools

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Wood, Cedar

Set of Three Walnut & Stainless Steel Barware Tools from Japan
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of three walnut & stainless steel barware tools in box, circa 1980s. The set includes a bottle
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Stainless Steel

1960s Japanese Fancy Modern Cocktail Bar Tool Set Stainless Steel & Rosewood
By Gio Ponti, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Barware 1960s Japanese modern cocktail bar tool set sculpted stainless steel & tapered rosewood
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Stainless Steel

Crafty Parrot Barware Tool Bottle Opener and Knife Combo Japan 1970s
By Dansk
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Barware Clever Parrot Barware Tool Bottle Opener Knife from Japan, 1970s Made in Stainless Steel
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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Stainless Steel

Old Basket Woven from Japanese Bamboo / Farm Tools / Folk Art / Flower Basket
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
is a tool used by Japanese farmers and was carried on their backs. I don't know how it was used
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Vintage Japanese Tools

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Bamboo

Japanese Camp Knife, 1960s Japan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic Japanese camp knife with a leather sheath. Blade stamped 'Japan.' Traditional stacked
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1960s Japanese Vintage Japanese Tools

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Metal

Japanese Camp Knife, 1960s Japan
Japanese Camp Knife, 1960s Japan
H 9 in W 2.25 in D 1.5 in
Japanese Calligraphy Box
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very elegant and simplistic Japanese lacquered calligraphy box that dates to the mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vintage Japanese Tools

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Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Calligraphy Box
Japanese Calligraphy Box
H 3.5 in W 11.5 in D 8.75 in
Alan Peters Stool, UK 1950s Signed
By Alan Peters
Located in Berlin, DE
influenced by Japanese woodworking, he rejected Japanese tools after experimenting with them. He is famed
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1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Maple

Alan Peters Stool, UK 1950s Signed
Alan Peters Stool, UK 1950s Signed
H 13.39 in W 8.86 in D 15.36 in
Vintage Japanese Handmade Abacus – Circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
This exquisite handmade Japanese abacus, crafted circa 1940, is a stunning representation of
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1940s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Wood

Vintage Japanese Handmade Abacus – Circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
This exquisite handmade Japanese abacus, crafted circa 1940, is a stunning representation of
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1940s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Wood

Set of Three Walnut & Stainless Steel Barware Tools in Teak Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of three walnut & stainless steel barware tools in teak box with ceramic tile top, circa 1970s
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Stainless Steel

Japanese Antique Door 1900s-1940s / Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old sliding door made in Japan. This door is from the early Showa period (1900s
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Iron

Japanese Antique Door 1900s-1940s / Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Door 1900s-1940s / Wabisabi
H 72.64 in W 32.68 in D 2.17 in
The New French Tools 3 (For Pep)
By Jim Dine
Located in Hinsdale, IL
JIM DINE The New French Tools 3 (For Pep) Etching, aquatint and electric tools on tan wove paper
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1980s Abstract Expressionist Vintage Japanese Tools

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Etching

Japanese Garden
By Tom Baldwin
Located in Surfside, FL
limitations of their tools--never reached. These colorful, semi-abstracted views of Japanese temple
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1990s Vintage Japanese Tools

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Inkjet

Japanese Antique Cement Daruma 1900s-1940s / Sculpture Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old cement daruma made in Japan. It was made in the early Showa period (1900s-1940s
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Cement

" Shibori no Machi " Traditional Japanese Wood Block Print
Located in Weesp, NL
Traditional Japanese wood block print "The town of Shibori II " by Hideo Senba 1992. The woodblock
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1990s Japanese Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Paper

Japanese Antique Tree Object 1900s-1940s / Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Since ancient times, people have created and inherited necessary tools from familiar materials to
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Pine

Japanese Old Modern Chair Mid-Century 1940s-1960s
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old modern chair made in Japan. The chair was manufactured between 1940s and 1960s. The
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1950s Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Iron

Japanese Old Paulownia Wood Drawer 1930s-1950s / Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese made drawer storage. This furniture is from the Showa period (1930's-1950's
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1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Wood

Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Brass Bowl 1900s-1940s
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This account consists of five companies. As for me, I specialize in Japanese antiques and deal in
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Meiji Vintage Japanese Tools

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Brass

Japanese Woodblock on Paper Print by Katsuyuki Nishijima
Located in Weesp, NL
"Machiya in Marutamachi" Traditional Japanese wooden townhouse that functioned both a residence and
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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Paper

Japanese Antique Horse Object 1920s-1940s / Figurine Mingei Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese horse figurine. It was made in the early Showa period (1920s-1940s). It is
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Paper

1970s Japanese Barware Ice Tongs Stainless Steel & Wood
By Dansk
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s bar tool Japanese vintage Ice tongs stainless steel and wood Stamped Japan Measures: 8.25
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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Stainless Steel

Old Japanese wooden low table/simple design/coffee table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
and tools that are different from the Japanese antique furniture and art that have been appreciated
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20th Century Japanese Taisho Vintage Japanese Tools

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Wood

Japanese Bronze and Sterling Incense Burner from Takaoka
Located in Louisville, KY
This stunning Koro was crafted in Takaoka, Japan where craftsmen use intricate tooling and expert
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20th Century Japanese Other Vintage Japanese Tools

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Sterling Silver, Bronze

Japanese hand hammered copper vase by famous Gyokusendo
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Japanese craft . It originated in Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture ,with a history of over 200 years
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Copper

Japanese Old Wood Carving Dog 1950s-1970s / Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old carved wooden dog made in Japan. It is a wood carving from the Showa period (1950s
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Wood

Japanese Antique Duck Decoy 1920s-1940s / Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old duck decoy made in Japan. It is a wood carving from the early Showa period (1920s
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Cedar

THE NEW FRENCH TOOLS 5 - BOULEVARD VICTOR DOUBLE SKY.
By Jim Dine
Located in Portland, ME
Dine, Jim. THE NEW FRENCH TOOLS 5 - BOULEVARD VICTOR DOUBLE SKY. D;Oench and Feinberg 175. Etching
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1980s Vintage Japanese Tools

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Aquatint, Etching

Japanese Antique Copper Table Mirror 1920s-1940s / Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This account consists of five companies. As for me, I specialize in Japanese antiques and deal in
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Copper

Japanese Antique Bamboo Basket 1900s-1940s / Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old bamboo basket made in Japan. It is from the Showa period (1900's-1940's). The
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Bamboo, Straw

Japanese Old Aluminum Glove Mold 1940s-1960s / Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This account consists of five companies. As for me, I specialize in Japanese antiques and deal in
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1950s Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Aluminum

Old Japanese wooden low table/sofa table/modern design
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
: 9.15 kg [We offer Japanese antique furniture and tools that are different from the Japanese antique
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Plywood

Japanese Old Wabi-Sabi Box 1948s / Tansu Sofa Table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Old wooden box made in Japan. Made in 1948, shortly after the war. The year is marked on the back
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1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Cedar

Japanese Vintage Two-Drawer Box, Early Showa Period '1926-'
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
, adding warmth to its overall design. Perfect for organizing small items or storing tools, this piece
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Cedar

Original Vintage Health And Safety Propaganda Poster National Safety Week Japan
Located in London, GB
Original vintage Japanese health and safety propaganda poster for the Japan National Safety Week
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1950s Japanese Vintage Japanese Tools

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Paper

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Catfish 1900s-1940s / Object Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese wood carving of a catfish. It is a wood carving from the early Showa
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Wood

Japanese Mid-Century Modern Woodblock Print by Tasuku Yoshida
Located in Weesp, NL
1960's Japanese woodblock print untitled by Japanese asian and modern & contemporary artist Tasuku
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Paper

Japanese Mid-Century Modern Woodblock Print by Tomizaburo Hasegawa
Located in Weesp, NL
1960's Japanese woodblock print titled " In front of the garden" by Japanese asian and modern
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Paper

Old Japanese Metal Craft Iron Turtle 1960s-1980s / Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese iron tortoise. It is from the Showa period (1960s-1980s). It is called Mino
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Iron

Japanese Antique Wall Hanging Wood Flower Vase 1900s-1940s / Wabisabi
By Axel Vervoordt
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old wooden vase for wall hanging made in Japan. It was made in the early Showa
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Primitive Vintage Japanese Tools

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Cedar

Japanese Antique Modern Design Drawer 1900s-1940s / Tansu Sideboard
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This account consists of 5 companies. About me, I am a selector specializing in Japanese antiques
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Iron

'2001: A Space Odyssey' Original Movie Poster, Japanese, 1968
By Robert McCall
Located in Devon, GB
discovered tools and a confounding climax sequence which sees astronaut David Bowman travels beyond the known
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1960s Japanese Space Age Vintage Japanese Tools

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Paper

Japanese Mid-Century Modern Woodblock Print by S. Nozaki
Located in Weesp, NL
1960's Japanese woodblock print titled "the Garden" by Japanese asian and modern & contemporary
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Paint, Paper

Japanese Old Bamboo Partition 1960s-1980s / Room Divider Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This account consists of 5 companies. I specialize in carefully selected Japanese antiques. With 20
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Iron

Japanese Old Rusty Toy Car 1950s-1980s / Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This account is operated by five different companies. As for me, I specialize in Japanese antiques
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Tin

Japanese Antique Black Shelf 1900s-1940s / Tansu Bookshelf Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old wooden shelf made in Japan. This furniture is from the Showa period. (1900s-1940s
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Cedar

Japanese Old Bamboo Shelf 1940s-1960s / Shelf Cabinet Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
, specializing in Japanese antiques. Based on my 20 years of experience, I offer a unique perspective on Japanese
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1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Bamboo, Cedar

Japanese Old Large Tin Can 1950s-1970s / Plant Cover Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old tin can made in Japan. This item is from the late Showa period (1950's-1970's). The
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Tin

Traditional Japanese Woodblock Print of a Traditional Kyoto Town House
Located in Weesp, NL
Japanese limited edition woodblock print by Katsuyuki Nishijima in great condition. "Machiya in
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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Paper

Japanese antique wooden high stool/20th century/Wabi-sabi chair
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
item. Weight: 29.4kg Size Φ35-35.5cm H53.5-54.5cm [We offer Japanese antique furniture and tools that
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20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Wood

Japanese Pagoda Gilt Metal Electrified Lantern Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Pagoda Style Japanese Lantern which is lit with electricity. The gilt metal framework is well
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20th Century Japanese Vintage Japanese Tools

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Metal, Gold, Brass

Japanese Antique Brass Medical Shelf 1900s-1940s / Modern Design
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese brass medical shelf. This furniture is from the early Showa period (1900s
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Brass

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Raccoon Dog 1900s-1940s / Sculpture Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old raccoon dog wood carving made in Japan. This wood carving was made in the early
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Tools

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Pine

Japan Sensational Bottle Opener Sculptural Rosewood & Stainless Barware, 1970s
By Dansk
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Slim and fabulous sculptural barware tool rosewood stainless steel bottle opener Japan, 1970s
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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Tools

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Stainless Steel

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Vintage Japanese Tools For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of vintage Japanese tools available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage Japanese tools — often made from metal, iron and wood — can elevate any home. Vintage Japanese tools have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage Japanese tools are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Koyo Sangyo produced beautiful vintage Japanese tools that are worth considering.

How Much are Vintage Japanese Tools?

Vintage Japanese tools can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $545, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $2,500.