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Style: Showa
Set of Side Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki
By Isamu Kenmochi, Kotobuki
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Invented in the United States in 1958, FRP (fiber-reinforced plastic) is a new material that was widely introduced in public spaces such as Olympic stadiums, stadiums, and station wa...
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1960s Japanese Vintage Showa Chairs

Materials

Acrylic

Set of Side Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki
Set of Side Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki

Set of Side Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki

Pair of Arm Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko
By Isamu Kenmochi, Akita Mokko
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
These are 60s-70s chairs designed by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokkou. The original stickers still exist. All frames are made of bent solid beech wood. Akita Mokkou has a history of o...
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1960s Japanese Vintage Showa Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Arm Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko
Pair of Arm Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko

Pair of Arm Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko

Pair of Armchairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki
By Kotobuki, Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
FRP manufacturing technology was introduced to Japan from America in 1954, as exemplified by the Charles & Ray Eames chairs of the 1950s. By making it possible to create free three-d...
Category

1970s Japanese Vintage Showa Chairs

Materials

Acrylic

Pair of Armchairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki
Pair of Armchairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki

Pair of Armchairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki

Side Chair with cushion by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki
By Kotobuki, Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Invented in the United States in 1958, FRP (fiber-reinforced plastic) is a new material that was widely introduced in public spaces such as Olympic stadiums, stadiums, and station wa...
Category

1960s Japanese Vintage Showa Chairs

Materials

Acrylic

Side Chair with cushion by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki
Side Chair with cushion by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki

Side Chair with cushion by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki

Pair of Kabuto Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Tendo Mokko
By Isamu Kenmochi, Tendo Mokko
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Tendo Mokko has long used outside furniture designers, which is unusual for Japanese manufacturers, and some of its products have been on sale for nearly half a century. The technolo...
Category

1970s Japanese Vintage Showa Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Pair of Kabuto Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Tendo Mokko
Pair of Kabuto Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Tendo Mokko

Pair of Kabuto Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Tendo Mokko

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 seat is made of fiberglass and the legs are made of iron. It is characterized by i...
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1950s Japanese Vintage Showa Chairs

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Modern Chair Mid-Century 1940s-1960s
Japanese Old Modern Chair Mid-Century 1940s-1960s

Japanese Old Modern Chair Mid-Century 1940s-1960s

"AIPAG"/Japanese and German modern stacking chair/PAGHOLZ/PAGWOOD/Stock A
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
"AIPAG"/Japanese and German Modern Stacking Chairs/PAGHOLZ/PAGWOOD/Stock A This is a stacking chair made of PAGWOOD, jointly developed with his PAGHOLZ in Germany and Aichi Co., L...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Chairs

Materials

Iron

"AIPAG"/Japanese and German modern stacking chair/PAGHOLZ/PAGWOOD/Stock A
"AIPAG"/Japanese and German modern stacking chair/PAGHOLZ/PAGWOOD/Stock A

"AIPAG"/Japanese and German modern stacking chair/PAGHOLZ/PAGWOOD/Stock A

"AIPAG"/Japanese and German Modern Stacking Chairs/PAGHOLZ/PAGWOOD/Stock B
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stacking chair made of PAGWOOD, jointly developed with his PAGHOLZ in Germany and Aichi Co., Ltd. in Japan. It is commonly known as "AIPAG". PAGHOLZ is a wood compressi...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Chairs

Materials

Iron

"AIPAG"/Japanese and German Modern Stacking Chairs/PAGHOLZ/PAGWOOD/Stock B
"AIPAG"/Japanese and German Modern Stacking Chairs/PAGHOLZ/PAGWOOD/Stock B

"AIPAG"/Japanese and German Modern Stacking Chairs/PAGHOLZ/PAGWOOD/Stock B

Rattan Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi , Circa 1980s
By Isamu Kenmochi, Yamakawa Rattan
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Rattan sofa designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan. Circa 1980s. No restorations or modifications have been made. The cushion is also original vintage condition.
Category

1980s Japanese Vintage Showa Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Rattan Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi , Circa 1980s
Rattan Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi , Circa 1980s

Rattan Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi , Circa 1980s

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H 32.29 in W 19.3 in D 21.66 in
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Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi, circa 1960s
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Old Stand Used in a Factory in the Showa Period in Japan / Industrial Chair

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Low Chair Woven from Old Japanese Rattan and Pasted with Japanese Paper

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Rope Chair from Old Maruni Mokko-1
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Showa chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Showa chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Showa chairs made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include and Isamu Kenmochi. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $700 and tops out at $8,213 while the average work can sell for $4,148.

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