Showa Furniture

This is a Japanese vintage keyaki wood low table, believed to date from the mid-Showa period, circa 1950s to 1960s. The material is keyaki, Japanese zelkova, a wood that has long be...

This is an antique Japanese wooden pedestal distinguished by its low, stable box-like form and the rhythmically arranged vertical elements across the front. Its quiet architectural p...

A hand-hammered copper vase (tsuiki-doki) by Gyokusendo, in jar form (kame), decorated with a hammered raindrop pattern (tsuchime kame tarefumon). Comes with the original wooden box ...

A gorgeous four-panel Japanese Byobu folding screen depicting a nature scene/ floral landscape. The rich colors, use of gold leaf and beautiful hand-painted detail of blooming/blosso...

This is an antique Japanese storage chest with distinctive raised legs, believed to have been crafted during the early Showa period (1900s–1940s). It is made of Japanese cedar (sugi)...

A gorgeous four-panel Japanese/Chinese/Asian Byobu folding screen depicting a landscape scene with a flock of playful red crown cranes (likely Manchurian cranes) among the branches ...

This is an old Japanese wooden trough, believed to have been made around the 20th century. It is thought to be a type of feed manger, once used to hold fodder or straw for cattle and...

Japanese Woodblock, printed in the Postcard-sized during the 1930s, this antique Japanese Woodblock is by Kawase Hasui (1883-1957) with stamp and is titled “Mount Fuji and Sailboat.”...

This is an antique work table once used by a Japanese craftsman, made of solid keyaki (Japanese zelkova) wood. It is believed to date from around 1950 to 1980. The keyaki timber is e...

This is a wooden low table made of sugi (Japanese cedar) or pine. It is thought to have been crafted from very old reclaimed timber — antique wood dating from the late 19th to early ...

Japanese Large 24" Tall Patinated Bronze Temple Bell With A Resonating Sound Guaranteed to Please You The engarved double signature with patron notations, and pleasing natural gree...

2-Seat Lounge Sofa by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko   Design: Isamu Kenmochi   Produced by Akita Mokko, Japan’s only specialist bentwood furniture manufacturer, the No.80 lo...

Japanese Woodblock, printed in the Postcard-sized during the 1930s, this antique Japanese Woodblock is by Kawase Hasui (1883-1957) with stamp and is titled “Autumn Shiobara.” This or...

This exceptional Japanese long low table was crafted during the late Meiji to Taisho period (1868–1920). Originally used in everyday Japanese interiors, it embodies the quiet strengt...

Japanese Vintage Low Table, Showa Period, Wabi Sabi, Mingei This Japanese vintage low table was crafted in the Showa Period (1926-1989). Made from a combination of sugi (Japanese c...

This Japanese vintage store display case was crafted in the Showa Period. Originally used in a shop setting, it retains the honest practicality of traditional Japanese store fixture...

Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Okimono, “Nemuri-Neko” Style, Taishō–Early Shōwa Period A refined Japanese Kutani porcelain okimono depicting a peacefully sleeping cat, datin...

A Japanese antique low table with a remarkably restrained and architectural presence. Constructed from a thick solid wood top with two small drawers integrated beneath, the piece re...

A fantastic large and colorful 20th century Japanese watercolor crafted on hand-made paper painting presenting a large panorama composition of vividly colored florals and blossoms ap...

Beautiful vintage Japanese Shōwa lacquered & gold Suzuribako calligraphy chest. Circa early-mid 20th century. The chest with four drawers having a gold maki‑e cloud and landscape sc...

This is an antique low table made in Japan. Crafted in the early Showa period (1900s–1940s), it was originally used in a rural farmhouse, quietly supporting everyday life over many y...

An elegant Japanese kimono crafted from fine white silk, dating to the 20th century. The surface is delicately adorned with hand-embroidered floral motifs, rendered in soft, understa...

This is an antique cabinet from Japan. It is a piece of furniture with a refined and quiet presence, creating a calm atmosphere simply by being placed in a space. Its unadorned, simp...

Fascinating Japanese Showa period four-panel folding byobu screen depicting a pair of Karashishi foo dogs or lions frolicking in a spring landscape amid flowering prunus after Matsum...

A beautiful, wonderfully hand carved large natural organic wood Japanese/Asian Koi or Carp fish (Nishikigoi (錦鯉) sculpture with gorgeous natural wood grain/patina and fine detail (no...

A gorgeous four-panel Japanese/Chinese/Asian Byobu folding screen depicting a landscape cherry blossom tree branch scene with a flock of playful birds and blooming Spring flowers. I...

This is a silk jacket which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1990s. This haori jacket has a family crest of MaruniChigaiTakanoHaMon. The haori is a traditional Ja...

This is an old Japanese storage shelf. It is made of cedar and is thought to have originally been used as a shoe cabinet. The design of the wooden doors is the result of the maker's...

This is a kimono called Uchikake which Japanese women wear for wedding ceremony. It is said that the women wear the white uchikake for the reason of 'they can dyed in any color' and...

Charming Japanese 20th century Showa period four-panel folding byobu screen depicting a fruiting persimmon branch over a dramatic gilt silk ground. The painting is executed in the Ni...

This is a wooden full-length mirror crafted in Japan during the Showa era. Following the Meiji era, when new Western culture began to permeate Japan, Japanese lifestyles underwent ma...

Museum-Quality Japanese Bronze Buddhist "Kyozutsu" Sutra Flower Vase Container  Signed by Kurose Soko With original signed wooden box tomobako and protective cardboard outer carton...

A gorgeous, quite riveting four-panel Japanese Byobu folding screen depicting a natural landscape with a cherry blossom tree and array of blooming flowers It is quite a wonderful co...

A gorgeous four-panel Japanese Byobu folding screen depicting a scene from the Classic Japanese narrative "Tale of Genji" featuring various characters in a cherry blossom tree villag...

A rare set of three carved wooden monkeys made in Japan during the early Meiji period. Each is seated on a craggy rock base, hands raised to cover the eyes, the mouth, and the ears i...

This is an old Japanese iron puppy figurine, made during the Shōwa period (circa 1950s–1970s). It radiates a presence that is both powerful and warm, as if the skill of the foundry c...

This is a Japanese sculpture of a monkey created using the traditional Dakkatsu Kanshitsu (hollow dry lacquer) technique. Seated quietly with one leg extended forward and its body ge...

A beautifully rendered Japanese Showa period four-panel folding byōbu screen in the Nihonga school style. The painting depicts a quiet pastoral scene of a pair of chickens gathered a...

This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1950s. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan. Initially a simply-carved button fast...

This Japanese low table was crafted during the early Showa period (1900s–1940s) from an exceptional burl wood, most likely Karin burl wood. The entire piece, from the top to the legs...

Showa-Period Japanese Samurai Armor with Paulownia Crest, Post-WWII Diplomatic Gift A complete suit of Japanese samurai armor (yoroi), crafted in the Showa period (post-World War II...

A striking and elegantly proportioned Japanese bamboo flower basket (hana-kago) of tall, tapering rectangular form, surmounted by a graceful high arched handle — a piece that combine...

Hard To Find Design - Extraordinary Craftsmanship Japanese huge over size owl , 13 inches tall. Signed Japan on its base This handsome Japanese over sized iron "Owl" is a specia...

This is a box for the matcha powder using while tea ceremony in Japan. It is called 'Natsume'. It is made with wood. The design is a boat and it is hand painted. The material is with...

Beautiful intricately cast six panels butterflies lantern- an unusual find And bursting with 18 butterflies and a brilliant night light (see photo) Japan, this handsome heavy hand ...

This glass cabinet was crafted in the early Showa period (1926–). Made of hinoki (Japanese cypress), it has a light and natural tone with a clean, honest wood surface. The simple co...

From our recent Japanese acquisitions and coming from a Japanese collector of rabbit usagi sculptures Rabbit family trio (3) seated rabbit sculptures hand cast and hand painted This is an unusual Japanese one-of-a-kind group in both large and small scale Quality: Hand cast with carved ears...

This Japanese antique desk was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912-1926). Made entirely of keyaki (Japanese zelkova), the desk showcases the warm color and expressive grain for which th...

This is a Japanese Kutani porcelain vase from 1950s. Kutani ware is a traditional Japanese porcelain originating in Ishikawa Prefecture in the 17th century. It is known for its vivi...

This wooden display stand/stool was made in Japan around the 20th century. It's believed to be made from solid, solid zelkova (keyaki) wood, exuding a strong grain and sturdy texture...

This Japanese chadansu (tea cabinet) dates to the Early Showa period, circa 1930. Traditionally placed in the main living area of the home, a chadansu functioned much like a living-...

An exquisite, beautifully crafted, and wonderfully designed Yunomi teacup by master Japanese potter Shoji Hamada featuring a red glaze over Mashiko stoneware pottery and a incised de...

Rattan sofa designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan. Circa 1960s. No restorations or modifications have been made. The rattan on this chair is broken in only ...

A wonderfully designed and gorgeously colored coveted square Mingei vase by Japanese National Treasure pottery master Tatsuzo Shimaoka. This work displays his famous Jomon Zogan rope...

A beautiful, hand stitched Japanese silk embroidery/tapestry featuring a glowing red Mount Fuji (in the early morning dawn light or later dusk) rising above the undulating ocean like...

A gorgeous and quite striking four-panel Japanese Byobu folding screen featuring an elegantly clad Lady Murasaki, the Japanese novelist, (and famed author of the classic "Tale of Gen...

Japanese Brutalist Zelkova Low Table, Early Showa Period (circa 1900s–1940s) This Japanese primitive low table was created during the early Showa p...

Designed by Tea Master "Oribe" Please view our video. "Oribe designed this lantern to represent the secular nature of lanterns installed in private tea gardens" Please view our v...

A wonderful four-panel Japanese (or Chinese) Byobu folding screen featuring a battlefield landscape with warring samurai warriors engaged in a fierce fight. The rich colors and hand-painted detail (notice the armor and facial expressions) really makes this quite an attractive work. Original decorative period brass hardware adds another wonderful touch. Likely from the early to mid Showa period (1926-1989). A beautiful, engaging work. Would be a great addition to any Japanese or Asian art...

This is an old tabletop mirror made in Japan. The frame is made of copper and has a unique, subdued shine. It was made in the early Showa period (1920s-1940s), and is a gem that show...