Japanese Furniture

A beautiful Hagi Yaki Ware pottery Chawan tea bowl by renowned Japanese potter Shuen (Shoen) Yoshida (1940-1987). Yoshida was an apprentice of Miwa Kyusetsu (1910-2012) who was awar...

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...

A wonderful Japanese Buddhist portable traveling zushi shrine altar with Amida Buddha (Amitabha) concealed inside the folded wood doors. This work dat...

Stunning Japanese Showa period two-panel folding byobu screen depicting three egrets in the grass at a pond. The large screen features a dramatic gold leaf square background with nat...

This is an old Japanese wooden work board. The wood is cedar, and due to long-term use, the black color around the edges remains, and the color has peeled off only in the middle. Th...

A fine antique Japanese marquetry and parquetry Meiji period Jewelry chest, table cabinet or Kodansu, circa 1880. The cabinet is intricately inlaid with geometric marquetry and parq...

Mid-Century Modern Japanese designer Isamu Kenmochi Ashtray or Catchall chrome & red melamine. Underside is marked "MARU /TREND PACIFIC, INC/...

This wooden open shelf was crafted in the Mid Showa Period'1940-'. This simple yet striking open shelf is made from heavy pine wood, with some parts crafted from cedar, giving it a ...

Large Japanese Bunraku Puppet by Ningyō Ken I, Hero Figure, Shōwa Period, circa 1940–1960 An exceptional and museum-published Japanese Bunraku puppet by the celebrated master Ningyō...

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...

Dimensions: 53 × 194 cm (overall), 40 × 127 cm (painting) Box size: 61 × 7 cm A refined 20th-century Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku) depicting delicate pink peony blossoms and de...

SUISEKI, KAMUY KOTAN STONE – Kamuy kotan stone from the canyon called ‘Kamuy-kotan’ (‘Whereabouts of God’ in the Ainu language) in the western part of Asahikawa city in Hokkaido, Jap...

* Shipping quote updated, July 6, 2026 New finds from an old elementary school in Ibaraki pref., Japan. This vintage low table - or bench, was manufactured circa 1920s to 40s (earl...

This antique chests of drawers was crafted in the Late Meiji Era(1868-1912). This Japanese chest of drawers, crafted during the Meiji era, is a timeless piece that tells a story of ...

Set of four 19th century stunning, intricate lattice panels from Japan. Wood with naturally worn patina; traces of crackled finish. Each panel measures 35.5 inches wide and placed to...

This aluminium dome pendant light is a restored original industrial lamp from the late 1970s, manufactured for use on old ships and engineered to withstand harsh marine conditions. R...

This duo -pair -couple bring joy and happiness to you and your garden. This pair are considered to be deities of marriage and fertility. Large work of garden art hand carved in the ...

This Japanese antique writing table was likely crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926). Made of keyaki (Japanese zelkova), the table has a strong and expressive grain with a calm, ref...

Presenting a high-end and important Japanese doll of Musha Ningyo Samurai Doll from the Meiji period, a traditional Japanese warrior doll crafte...

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...

This is a highly distinctive low table composed of old materials from 20th-century Japan. A square iron plate has been used as the tabletop, while beneath it sits a hollowed-out bas...

These gorgeous hand-painted Japanese tea cups and snack plates date back to the 1940's. Beautifully kept throughout the years by a collector, the con...

Vintage ashtray, crafted in Japan during the 1960s. It features a beautifully encapsulated pink rose, offering a delicate and timeless aesthetic. The lifelike faux flower is showcase...

A set of three nesting Japanese boxes in black lacquer, each with its own lid. The lids are adorned with delicate mountain landscapes, depicting trees, mountains and small dwellings...

A Japanese six-panel folding screen depicting an ancient pine extending dramatically across a gold-leaf ground, accompanied by a small grouping of upright bamboo. The composition is...

This is an old Japanese black wooden box. It is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). The material is cedar. This is black and beautiful. Afte...

18th Century Japanese Edo Period pair of Kyoho-Bina Ningyo (1716~1736), an exceedingly rare early 18th century. An exceptional example of this early style. The finest quality in all ...

A wonderful and rare near pair of first quarter 18th century Japanese Edo Imari garniture vases of baluster form having silver-gilt paktong neck and...

Great sculptural table lighter cast in the form of a swept-wing jet fighter. The fuselage tapers to a needle nose and bubble cockpit canopy, while a friction-wheel lighter mechanism ...

Circa 1860 Japanese woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada. Late Edo period. A Kabuki actor plays a Samurai role in a dynamic pose as if about to square off. Floating against acid free ...

Vintage Japanese ceramic Handpainted figurine of a rabbit mounted on brass bases as lamp finial.

Japanese Antique Keyaki Wood Bench, Meiji Era (1868–1912), Wabi Sabi This Japanese antique bench was likely crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). Made entirely of keyaki (Japanese ...

Japanese Four-Panel Screen of Flying Cranes, Signed, Shōwa Period (1926–1989), circa 1950 A striking Japanese four-panel folding screen (byōbu) depicting an elegant gathering of red...

A very rare colorful piece of a 1990's redemption styled arcade game called the Cosmo Gang where shooters tried to destroy the aliens. The spaceship with the alien driver was mounted...

Comme des garçons no.13 chair. Iconic CDG chair designed by Rei Kawakubo in the 80s. This piece is special black model in 2021 for Comme des Garcons special event. Sold as make to or...

This mid-20th-Century pair of Japanese Kutani ware lamps features a highly celebrated Japanese literary theme known as the Thirty-Six Immortal Poets (Sanjūrokkasen). The hand-painted...

Import of Art into the US should be exempt from all U.S. import tariffs but please check. Katsuyuki Nishijima — “Yuki Dayori” (Snowing) — Sōsaku-hanga woodblock print, Kyoto street ...

Japanese Two-Panel Screen Kanō school, depicting a scene from the Tale of Genji , with various noble ladies and gentlemen in a landscape of cherry Blossoms - ink, colors and gold ...

This extraordinary vintage giant working table lighter is a monumental piece of mid-century maritime and tobaccoliana history, custom engraved for the legendary Mega Yacht VILEEHI. Measuring an impressive 4.5 inches wide, 6.5 inches high, and 1.5 inches deep, this oversized statement piece seamlessly bridges the worlds of luxury yachting culture and post-WWII design innovation. Expertly crafted in Japan by the renowned manufacturer Idealine, the giant fliptop petrol lighter functions flawlessly, serving as both a conversational centerpiece and a highly functional artifact of 20th-century luxury travel. Its custom engraving permanently anchors this piece to one of the most celebrated American sailing vessels of the pre-war and post-war eras, making it a premier acquisition for discerning collectors of ocean liner memorabilia, premium vintage tobaccoliana, and rare nautical décor. The storied heritage of this lighter is bound to the fascinating, multigenerational lineage of the Vileehi, a vessel whose history reads like a 20th-century epic. The unique name "Vileehi", best known as the iconic 1930 classic sailing ketch and World War II auxiliary vessel USS Vileehi (IX-62), was engineered using a classic early 20th-century maritime tradition. The original owner, retired Chicago steel tycoon Hiram T. Horton, created the name by combining elements of his own family members' names: "Vi" honors his wife, Violet; "lee" stems from family member Lee; and "hi" represents Hiram himself. From 1930 to 1935, the boat was built and maintained for Horton in San Diego, California, where it achieved yachting immortality by winning the historic 1934 Transpacific Race to Hawaii and becoming the first yacht to circumnavigate the globe from San Diego. Between 1941 and 1945, the ship transitioned to military service when it was owned and deployed by the United States Government during World War II, patrolling the Pacific as an auxiliary ketch. In 1946, the vessel entered Hollywood royalty when it was purchased directly from the U.S. Navy by acclaimed actor Dana Andrews, who proudly utilized the magnificent ship as his prominent personal yacht for high-society coastal leisure. In its later years, the historic vessel was sold and chartered across international boundaries, sailing through European waters between England and Italy. Decades of transatlantic adventures eventually came to an end when the boat was abandoned in Port Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, France, where it ultimately sank at its dock before being meticulously salvaged for restoration. This specific lighter was custom commissioned and engraved with the name Vileehi to serve as a functional, luxury amenity aboard during its mid-century travels. This giant table lighter was deliberately engineered with an oversized fuel reservoir and a robust mechanism to withstand heavy marine drafts, ensuring guests could effortlessly ignite cigars and cigarettes while navigating the open sea. Permanently engraved with the unique family portmanteau, this piece was a stationary fixture of the yacht’s affluent social scene, handled by captains, tycoons, and Hollywood stars alike. The maker of this exquisite piece, Idealine, was a prominent New York-based firm that operated from the 1950s through the 1970s, establishing a dominant market presence for premium promotional and novelty lighters. To achieve unparalleled precision while remaining competitive during the mid-century manufacturing boom, Idealine shifted its core production to Japan, collaborating with master Japanese metalworkers who excelled in producing high-quality petrol and flint mechanisms. Giant table lighters became a massive design trend during this period, serving as bold, oversized statement pieces for upscale corporate boardrooms, luxury lounges, and private mega yachts. Because their massive proportions allowed them to double as functional desktop sculptures, these oversized lighters became an iconic staple of mid-century modern design, showcasing the era's penchant for dramatic scale and brilliant chrome or silver-plated craftsmanship.Today, an Idealine giant lighter with documented provenance to a historic, military-serving mega yacht is a find of exceptional rarity and collectability. While standard mid-century Japanese pocket lighters are widely traded, custom-engraved nautical giant lighters from prestigious private vessels are nearly impossible to encounter on the open market, particularly this condition. The dramatic timeline of the Vileehi — spanning from Chicago steel fortune and WWII Pacific patrols to Hollywood luxury and its ultimate sinking and salvage in France, transforms surviving onboard artifacts like this lighter into incredibly scarce, finite historical relics. For collectors of high-end vintage tobaccoliana, yachting and maritime collectables, WWII naval history, or classic cinema memorabilia, this magnificent Idealine Japan lighter...

Large Japanese folk art bowl made in Japan for Gumps around the 1980's.

A Texture Like No Other: This extraordinary Japanese vessel is a stunning example of mixed-media folk art. The surface is enveloped in layers of antique hand-made paper, painstakingl...

A Japanese antique low table or display stand, believed to date from the 1920s–1940s. Crafted from solid keyaki (Japanese zelkova), it celebrates the natural character of the wood in...

A Fine and Large Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Silver Wire Cobalt Blue Vase – Hayashi School Masterpiece A stunning example of Japanese cloisonné artistry, this fine and large cobalt bl...

Hand-painted on silk Japanese four-panel screen. Decorations of temples, trees, and mountains.

Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of 1950s modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade for a half century by the original manufacture...

This is a very old Japanese wooden Buddhist sculpture. It is believed to date back to the Muromachi period (14th–16th century) and has quietly existed alongside people’s prayers for ...

A gorgeous, strangely beautiful, unusually engaging, and alluring hand-painted large six-panel Japanese/Asian Byobu folding screen depicting an almost magical/ mythical nature scene ...

This is a silk jacket (Coat for winter) which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1970s. There is two haori himo to close this jacket. The haori is a traditional Jap...

This piece is thought to be a wooden Nyorai Buddha statue carved in the late Heian period. The moment we first saw it at the time of purchase, we were completely captivated by its pr...

Ingenious, Memphis Era, Postmodern "Magic Cube" with hidden compartments filled with desk/office supplies. Designed by renowned Japanese-American, modernist architect, George Matsum...

Monumental Akari model 70F light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. Executed in a shade of handmade washi paper stretched along hand-fabricated bamboo ribs with or...

A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the the early 20th century, covered with a ...

Akari model 1A light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi.  This table lamp has a shade made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with the original Noguchi Aka...

Designed by Isamu Kenmochi and produced by Akita Mokko, this stool is considered one of the icons of Japanese modern design. Kenmochi is known for his works that blend traditional J...

Emperor Meiji Silver Wedding Jubilee, Nobukazu Japanese Triptych, 1894 Description: An impressive original Japanese color woodblock triptych by Yosai Nobukazu depicting the grand ce...

This is a silk jacket (Coat for winter) which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1970s. There is two haori himo to close this jacket. The haori is a traditional Jap...

Muji 2 seater chair. Kenta Hirai created it with the technique "Free form lamination." It has characteristic streamlined combined back and seat. Made of ...

This six-panel Japanese folding screen presents a richly detailed composition of scholar’s objects, rendered in vibrant mineral pigments on paper. Each panel depicts vertical stacks ...

Late 19th Century Large Two Swection Antique Japanese Kitchen Tansu A Kyoto Mizuya Tansu also known as a Gifu Mizuya Tansu from the Meiji Period (1868-19...

A magnificent antique Japanese silk obi fragment from the Meiji period (1868–1912), showcasing exceptional hand embroidery and gold leaf overlay. This refined textile features a pai...