Antique Japanese Sewing Box (SKU: 25D-369) -

Antique Japanese Haribako Sewing Box - 1990s Heisei Era (25D-369)

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Dimensions: 12 1/2" x 7 1/2"D x 10 1/2"H
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Antique Japanese Haribako Sewing Box (SKU 25D-369)

Elegant multi-drawer Japanese sewing tansu in richly figured keyaki wood

This compact sewing chest is crafted from beautifully grained keyaki (zelkova) wood, prized in Japan for its swirling, almost three-dimensional figure and warm reddish-brown tone. The façade is composed of multiple small drawers with understated metal pulls, creating a refined grid that showcases the dramatic grain while keeping the overall silhouette clean and modern.

Designed as a functional iharibako (sewing box), it opens to reveal a deep upper compartment with a removable divided tray, ideal for organizing threads, needles, and notions, while lower drawers accommodate larger tools or accessories. Whether used as a traditional sewing tansu, a jewelry chest, or a desktop organizer, this keyaki wood box brings the quiet luxury of Japanese craftsmanship to any interior.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: 1990s, Heisei Era
  • Material: Keyaki (zelkova) wood with metal pulls
  • Use: Sewing tansu / storage box for notions, jewelry, or small accessories
  • Features: Richly figured keyaki wood; multiple front drawers; lift-top compartment with removable divided tray; understated metal hardware; compact tansu-style design
  • Dimensions: 12 1/2" x 7 1/2"D x 10 1/2"H
  • Condition: Excellent

A versatile and beautifully grained sewing box that functions as both practical storage and a refined example of Japanese keyaki craftsmanship.

 

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.

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12 1/2" x 7 1/2"D x 10 1/2"H
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