Cedar Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

This is an old Japanese wooden cabinet, believed to date from the Meiji to Taisho period, circa 1860s to 1920s. The front is composed of sliding doors arranged in two sections. The ...

This is a Japanese antique drawer chest, believed to date from the late Edo period to the early Meiji period, circa 1800s to 1900s. Constructed from solid wood, this piece has a sim...

This is a large antique Japanese Tansu distinguished by its broad, stable proportions and its remarkably quiet presence, achieved through an almost complete absence of ornamentation....

This is an antique Japanese black lacquer chest of drawers distinguished by its refined vertical proportions and deep, understated black finish. The orderly arrangement of four gener...

This cabinet dates to the Meiji period (1868–1912) in Japan and has been reimagined through a restrained contemporary intervention. The original wooden sliding doors have been caref...

This large Japanese Tansu cabinet is believed to have been crafted during the late Meiji to early Taisho period. Among traditional Japanese storage furniture, examples of this scale...

This Japanese antique stacking cabinet was crafted during the Taisho Era (1912–1926). Combining solid keyaki (Japanese zelkova), lattice panels fitted with traditional Nishinouchi wa...

This exceptional Japanese mizuya tansu dates to the Meiji period, circa 1860s to 1900s, and is crafted from solid cedar wood. It embodies the quiet refinement of traditional Japanese...

This exceptional Japanese mizuya tansu dates to the Meiji period, circa 1860s to 1900s, and is crafted from solid cedar wood. It represents a refined example of traditional Japanese ...

This large cabinet is a one-of-a-kind piece created by restoring an original Japanese tansu from the Edo period and reimagining it with custom-made sliding doors clad in reclaimed an...

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 ...

This tansu chest of drawers is made entirely from thick, high-quality solid sugi cedar boards. It is estimated to date from late Edo period, circa 1820s–1850s based on its tradition...

This is an antique Japanese lowboard with four drawers, dating from the Meiji to Taisho period (circa 1868–1926). Originally crafted as a practical piece of everyday furniture, its r...

This Japanese antique storage cabinet was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868-1912). Compact in scale yet rich in character, the cabinet combines lattice-front sliding doors with five dr...

This is an old Japanese black Tansu chest. Its horizontally balanced proportions and deep black tone create a quiet sense of stability, bringing a calm visual weight to any space. Wi...

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...

This cabinet is crafted from high-quality Japanese Sugi cedar and dates to Taisho to early Showa period (circa 1910s–1940s), estimate from the style, materials & conditions. Having ...

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

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...

This exceptional Japanese mizuya tansu dates to the Meiji period, circa 1860s to 1900s, and is crafted from solid cedar wood. It embodies the quiet refinement of traditional Japanese...

This striking tall cabinet is a masterful blend of history and contemporary functionality. The original cabinet was remodeled into a sliding-door cabinet using recycled wood from the...

Japanese Antique Small Cabinet with Sliding Doors and Drawers Japan, Early 20th Century, circa 1900–1920 A beautifully weathered Japanese storage cabinet displaying the quiet elega...

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...

This glass-front cabinet was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926). The case is made of hinoki (Japanese cypress). The exterior was originally finished in traditional Japanese urush...

This Japanese antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). Made of sugi (Japanese cedar), the piece has a straightforward and honest material character, with a...

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 finely crafted Japanese Mizuya tansu from the early 20th century, circa 1910s to 1930 (Taisho to early Showa period). Constructed from richly figured keyaki wood, prized for its s...

This Japanese antique glass showcase cabinet was crafted in the late Taisho to early Showa period (1910s–1930s). Defined by strong horizontal lines, the cabinet features a crown-lik...

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 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...

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...

This tansu chest of drawers is made entirely from thick, high-quality solid sugi cedar boards. It is estimated to date from Meiji period, circa 1860s–1900s based on its traditional ...

This striking antique chest of drawers, originating in Japan, exudes timeless minimalism and the aesthetics of wabi-sabi. With its two-tiered structure and a total of 20 drawers, it ...

This is an old Japanese black drawer cabinet. Quietly standing in space, it brings a deep sense of balance and quiet tension without ever appearing overly assertive. It is believed ...

Overview A masterful blend of historical resonance and rustic minimalism, this one-of-a-kind primitive cabinet is a testament to timeless Japanese craftsmanship. The centerpiece of t...

This is a very old black-lacquered drawer storage unit made in Japan. Judging from the handle design, it appears to date from the Meiji period. It is very old. It comes with a lock. ...

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...

This Japanese antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). With its low horizontal form and orderly arrangement of nine drawers, the piece has a calm and balan...

This is an old large Tansu made in Japan. This furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). The material used is cedar wood. The iron metal fittings in the center add an...

This large Japanese tansu was crafted in the early 1900s and reflects a restrained yet powerful approach to utilitarian furniture. Made from solid cedar wood, the piece combines stru...

This is a huge old Japanese-made drawer storage. The furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s) and is made of cedar wood with rustic and practical iron hardware on the...

This Japanese kusuri-dansu, or apothecary chest, is directly dated to Ansei 6 (1859), during the late Edo period. A brush-written inscription on the back of one drawer box records th...

This is a vertical wooden storage cabinet made of Japanese cedar in the first half of the 20th century. Although it is unknown where it was used, its appearance oozes a beauty that transcends practical use. The rustic feel of the material and its quiet presence give it a nostalgic warmth not found in modern furniture. This piece is made entirely of solid Japanese cedar, and the simple and disciplined structure of the vertical cleats, especially on the doors, and the cedar planks passed horizontally and overlapping from the reverse side, bring a perfect balance and rhythm to the overall look of the piece. This kind of design reveals a uniquely Japanese sense of design. The deep candy-colored texture created by the aging process is a taste that only antique pieces can have. The subtle changes in color from suntanning and areas touched by the hand tell a quiet story of the passage of time. The doors are simple and close with small wooden stoppers, preserving the practicality and warmth of the past. The shelves are securely fastened and provide ample storage capacity. Books, clothes, daily necessities, and various other items can be beautifully organized. The backs and shelves are stained and worn from use, and there are also some holes repaired on the sides and small chips. In a modern living space, this shelf can be used as a shelf in a study, as an accent in a living room, or as a quiet corner of a room where one spends quiet time alone, bringing a sense of calmness and flavor to the entire space. These long, locker-like proportions of antique shelves...

An eight drawer early Meiji period cedar tansu cabinet/chest of drawers. A beautiful and very practical piece of furniture. Heavily patinated through years of use with original iro...

This is an antique Japanese chest of drawers. It features a simple design with only carved handles. It is a very old chest of drawers, and while it remains largely in its original c...

A rare 18th century North African Zanzibar trunk, fashioned of cedar with studded decoration and clad with pierced copper panels. Used in Kenya and Zanzibar to store valuables and sp...

This Japanese vintage cabinet was crafted around 1940, during the Early to Mid Showa Period. Finished in traditional shibuzumi, a deep brown-black coating made from persimmon tannin...

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 ...

The Clair collection of high-end sideboards and credenzas features a three-dimensional, faceted front panel in the case of the low Clair credenza, beaut...

This Japanese apothecary cabinet dates from the late Meiji to Taisho period (circa early 20th century) and was originally used in a medical clinic. Designed for the careful storage a...

This is a very old black-lacquered drawer storage unit made in Japan. The original handles still have old ropes attached, suggesting it is very old. It is thought to date from the Ed...

Overview This exceptional 19th-century Japanese Mizuya Tansu (traditional kitchen cabinet) is a striking example of Meiji-era craftsmanship, blending functional storage with a bold, ...

This antique large Mizuya Tansu was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). Its simple sliding panel doors and dark, timeworn finish reflect the quiet beauty of wabi-sabi. The surface...

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...

This is a small drawer storage made in Japan. The furniture was made between the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s) and is made of cedar wood. Iron is used for the handles, and t...

This Japanese antique small chest of drawers (kohikidashi) was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926). Made from sugi (Japanese cedar), it shows a mellow, time-softened patina with s...

Overview An exceptional piece of Japanese history, this Meiji Period (1868–1912) Tansu showcases a rare and functional five-drawer layout. Crafted entirely from solid Sugi (Japanese ...

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...

This small chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). The case is made of sugi (Japanese cedar), while the drawer fronts are keyaki (Japanese zelkova), featuring a f...

A gorgeous antique Japanese two piece kitchen tansu chest (Goshu Mizuya) from the late Meiji period. This stunning tansu from the Kansai region, is so unique in that it is made of el...