Antique Japanese Three Section Red Kimono Tansu Chest With Hikido Sliding Door, 3 Small Drawers And 5 Full-width Drawers - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-A475)

Antique Japanese Three Section Red Kimono Tansu Chest With Hikido Sliding Door Small Drawers And Full Width Drawers (SKU 25D-A475)

Taishō-era three-section kimono tansu in rich vermilion lacquer with hikido sliding doors and abundant drawer storage.

This elegant antique kimono tansu is composed of three stacking sections, a hallmark of traditional Japanese cabinetry designed for ease of transport and flexible use. Finished in a warm red lacquer that allows the natural grain to show through, it features a top compartment with hikido sliding doors above a row of three small drawers and five full-width drawers below, each fitted with simple iron warabite-style pulls.

Originally used to store folded kimono and obi, this three section tansu now serves beautifully as a statement storage chest in an entry, bedroom, or living space. The interior shows clean, pale wood drawer boxes and a dark-lacquered interior behind the sliding doors, while black corner hardware discreetly reinforces the casework. Its balanced proportions, subtle patina, and functional layout make it an ideal piece for collectors of Japanese antiques and for interiors seeking authentic wabi-sabi character.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Taishō period (1920s, approx.)
• Material: Lacquered kiri (paulownia) with iron hardware
• Use: Traditional kimono storage tansu; ideal as a bedroom chest, entry cabinet, or living room storage
• Features: Three section construction; red lacquer finish; upper hikido sliding door compartment; 3 small drawers and 5 full width drawers; iron warabite-style pulls and corner hardware; clean natural wood interiors
• Dimensions: 37 1/4"W x 17"D x 64 5/8"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear and patina to lacquer and hardware consistent with age

A classic Japanese kimono tansu that combines refined Taishō-era craftsmanship with timeless, highly functional storage.

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.