Antique Japanese Kimono Tansu Chest With Keyaki In The Entire front, Distinctive Hardware - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-A481-2)

Antique Japanese Kimono Tansu Chest With Distinctive Hardware (SKU 25D-A481-2)

Taishō-era kimono tansu with warm grain and understated iron fittings.

This antique Japanese kimono tansu chest showcases beautifully aged kiri (paulownia) and hardwood trim, its vertical grain glowing with a rich, honey-brown patina. The door edge reveals a contrasting, more figured plank, framed by a slim strip of darker wood that highlights the cabinet’s refined joinery and careful proportion. A softly worn iron hinge, cut in a subtle foliate silhouette, adds just the right touch of character without overpowering the natural beauty of the timber.

Originally used for storing folded kimono and obi, this tansu brings the quiet elegance of early 20th-century Japanese interiors into a contemporary home. The calm, linear grain and simple, distinctive hardware make it an ideal accent piece for wabi-sabi, minimalist, or Japandi spaces, whether used as a clothing chest, entry cabinet, or living room storage.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Taishō period (c. 1910s–1920s)
• Material: Kiri (paulownia) with hardwood trim and iron hardware
• Use: Kimono tansu clothing and textile storage chest
• Features: Distinctive iron hinge hardware, vertical grain kiri panels, contrasting hardwood edge detail, warm original patina, classic Japanese tansu construction
• Dimensions: 37"W x 18"D x 63"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear and patina consistent with age

A refined Taishō kimono tansu that lends authentic Japanese character and timeless storage to any interior.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.