Antique Japanese Rice Container (SKU: 25D-210-1) -

Antique Japanese Rice Container - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-210-1)

SKU:
25D-210-1
$120.00
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Antique Japanese Rice Container (SKU 25D-210-1)

Taishō-era wooden komebitsu with iron banding and hand-carved side handles.

This substantial antique Japanese rice container, or komebitsu, dates to the early 20th century and showcases the quiet utility of rural Taishō-period craft. Vertical staves of warm-toned softwood are tightly bound by dark iron bands, their surfaces mellowed by decades of use and bearing subtle inked characters that hint at its original merchant or household.

Robust, sculpted side handles make the cylindrical form easy to lift, while the thick plank base is reinforced with a cross of iron strapping for strength. Today, this handsome vessel is ideal repurposed as a decorative storage piece, umbrella stand, or distinctive planter, bringing an authentic touch of Japanese mingei (folk craft) to contemporary interiors.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Taishō period (early 20th century)
  • Material: Softwood with iron banding
  • Use: Traditional rice storage; now decorative storage, umbrella stand, or planter
  • Features: Cylindrical Taishō-era rice container; hand-carved side handles; riveted iron hoops and base cross-bracing; visible grain and patina; stamped Japanese characters
  • Dimensions: --
  • Condition: Excellent, with age-appropriate wear and rich surface patina

A versatile folk craft accent that lends warmth, texture, and history to any Japanese-inspired space.

 

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

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.