Showa Furniture

This is a work board likely used by a lacquer artisan somewhere in the Tohoku region — perhaps in an area such as Tochigi or Fukushima. It is thought to date from the Showa 30s (the ...

This is a large vintage Japanese black Tansu, distinguished by its broad, stable proportions and deep, understated black surface. The piece is believed to date from the early Showa p...

Charming 20th century Japanese Showa period four-panel folding byobu screen depicting a spring Japanese prunus flowering cherry blossom or sakura tree. Crafted in the Nihonga School,...

Serene 20th century Japanese Showa period four panel byobu folding screen depicting sparrows amid leafy bamboo in a misty landscape. The painting features a radiant silver leaf squar...

This mini low table is a one-of-a-kind combination piece, assembled from two old Japanese work tables. Its tabletop and base come from separate zelkova (keyaki) work tables with diff...

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...

A pair of Antique Japanese Kimekomi Dolls, dated from the late Taisho to the early Showa period. Both are in great condition. Two cuties made by the traditional way of "Edo Kimekomi ...

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...

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 ...

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...

A wonderful hand carved stone jizo praying family of four (4) sculpture all in depicting a mudra of prayer. Good garden candidate. In Japan, Kṣitigarbha, known as Jizō, or respect...

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...

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...

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

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...

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 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...

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 old Japanese panel featuring a lattice design. The delicate vertical slats are arranged in an orderly rhythm, presenting a quiet yet tense beauty. It is believed to have o...

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...

A large Japanese six-panel folding screen featuring white chrysanthemums and flowering plants arranged across an expansive gold-sunago ground. The composition is centered on several...

A gorgeous four-panel Japanese Byobu folding screen depicting a natural landscape cherry blossom tree branch scene with a two of playful flying birds. It is quite a wonderful compos...

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...

A refined two-panel folding screen depicting vivid red camellias blooming beside a pair of doves resting quietly on mossy ground. The artist captures the life of early spring with me...

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 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 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 is an old driftwood wall object, thought to be from Japan and dating to around 50 to 20 years ago. The wood appears to be a softwood, most likely a conifer. Originally, it was s...

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 cotton jacket which was made in Japan in Showa era around 1990s. A yukata (浴衣, lit. 'bathrobe') is an unlined cotton summer kimono, worn in casual settings such as summer ...

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 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 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...

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-...

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...

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...

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 is a pair of old iron hoops believed to have originally been attached to a wooden barrel used in Japan. The period is most likely around the 20th century. They were originally p...

Japanese Bronze "Dakini" Goddess Vase- Hard To Find Treasure Japan, a fine hand caste bronze vase depicting "Dakini" - a flying feminine spiritual goddess. In Hinduism and Buddh...

A beautiful and serene wood and gilt Japanese Amida Nyorai Buddha on display stand/alar (the stand and buddha are attached together) Meticulously hand carved in fine detail (see han...

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...

This is an antique Japanese sculptural object created from a naturally formed burl of Japanese zelkova (Keyaki). It is believed to have been crafted during the mid-Showa period (195...

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...

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...

A gorgeous four-panel hand painted Japanese Asian Byobu folding screen depicting a wildly and brilliantly colorful fully blooming Spring cherry blossom tree with a wonderful composit...

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...

This is an old vermilion suiseki from Japan. Not only in China but also in Japan, rocks from mountains have been quarried and shaped for appreciation since ancient times. These deco...

A wonderful and quite rare woodblock print by unique master Japanese artist/ printmaker Tsuruya Kokei. This work is titled "Onoe Kikugoro VII as Kirare Y...

From our recent garden acquisitions- a happy pair with original box #2 Japan, this handsome pair (2) of quality vintage iron Halloween happy Jack-O-Lanterns with their friendly bi...

This is a woodblock-printed folding screen made in Japan during the Showa period, featuring writings by a Chinese calligrapher. It is a passage from a story written by a famous Chin...

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...

A beautifully composed and boldly colored Japanese woodblock print by Sadanobu III Hasegawa (1881-1963) titled ''Kagamijishi'' (Lion Dance) featu...

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...

A wonderful and quite rare woodblock print by unique master Japanese artist/ printmaker Tsuruya Kokei. This work is titled "Nakamura Shikan VII as Widow ...

This Japanese antique storage cabinet dates from around the 1930s–1950s and is crafted from solid sen (Japanese ash) wood. The beautiful flowing grain across the front gives the cabi...

A beautiful, perfectly shaped and balanced antique Bizen ware shibui sake bottle (tokkuri) vase by renowned Japanese master potter/artist Kaneshige Toyo (1896-1967) featuring a unique natural, wonderfully textured organic forming ash glaze. Kaneshige is universally considered to be the founder of modern Bizen pottery. In 1956, Kaneshige was certified as a Living National Treasure (Important Intangible Cultural Heritage) for his work in Bizen Ware pottery/ceramics. Bizen Ware is a type of Japanese pottery traditionally from the Bizen province, presently a part of the Okayama prefecture. It is considered one of the Six Ancient Japanese Kilns (along with Echizen ware, Seto ware, Shigaraki ware, Tamba ware, and Tokoname ware). The piece is signed/ sealed on the base with one of Kaneshige's traditional incised marks. A rather striking and engaging work. One of the best Kaneshige works we have come across. Scarce and hard to find in such an excellent condition. Would be a fantastic addition to any Japanese/Asian pottery or Bizen Ware collection or eye-catching stand-alone work in about any setting. Kaneshige's work can be found in numerous prominent collections and museums including: Aichi Prefectural Ceramic Museum, Seto, Japan Brooklyn Museum, NY Hagi Uragami Museum, Yamaguchi, Japan Honolulu Art Museum, HI Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Kasama, Japan Indiana Art...

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.

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...

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...