Antique Japanese Kimono tansu, Taisho 1912-1926 | SKU: 26J-A099

Antique Japanese Kimono tansu, Taisho 1912-1926 | SKU: 26J-A099

A rare two-section Taisho-era Kimono tansu with a full suite of interior sliding trays, a built-in mirror, and generous full-width drawers -- a masterwork of handcrafted Japanese antique furniture.

A Kimono tansu is a traditional Japanese clothing cabinet designed to store folded kimono and personal accessories with great care. Unlike a simple chest, it combines an upper cabinet section -- secured by double hinged doors -- with a lower drawer section, providing both concealed and accessible storage in a single unified piece. This exceptional example, dating to the Taisho era (1912-1926), opens to reveal a remarkably complete interior: multiple shallow horizontal sliding trays sized precisely for folded garments, open shelved compartments, a small built-in mirror for dressing, and a compact interior drawer for accessories. The warm amber straight-grained wood -- likely a fine-grained Japanese hardwood consistent with period tansu construction -- glows with over a century of natural patina. Black iron corner and edge fittings reinforce the frame, while a pierced and engraved decorative iron pull at the door center adds an elegant flourish typical of Taisho craftsmanship. The lower section features full-width drawers, each fitted with a bail-ring metal pull and a central lock escutcheon, offering additional storage of considerable depth and capacity.

In a modern home, this Kimono tansu makes a stunning statement piece that goes far beyond storage. Use it as a bedroom wardrobe or linen cabinet, taking advantage of the deep sliding trays to organize folded clothing, scarves, or bedding with a wabi-sabi aesthetic. The generous lower drawers suit a master bedroom dresser role beautifully, while the upper cabinet with its mirror interior can serve as a private vanity nook. In an entryway or hallway, the cabinet's bold presence and warm honey tones complement Japandi style interiors, mid-century modern decor, and minimalist spaces alike. A truly exceptional housewarming gift or gift for collectors of Japanese antique furniture -- this piece carries the quiet elegance of Taisho Japan into any contemporary setting.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Taisho, 1912-1926
• Material: Fine-grained hardwood (consistent with period tansu construction; likely kiri wood (paulownia) or similar Japanese wood), with black iron corner fittings, decorative pierced iron door pulls, metal bail-ring drawer pulls, and brass door hinges
• Use: Storage of folded kimono and personal garments; upper cabinet with sliding trays, interior mirror, and small compartments; lower section with multiple full-width drawers, each lockable
• Modern Use: Bedroom wardrobe or linen cabinet; master bedroom dresser with vanity compartment; entryway statement cabinet in Japandi or minimalist decor
• Features: Two-section construction (upper door cabinet over lower drawer chest); double hinged doors with decorative pierced iron central pull and lock; black iron corner and edge protective fittings; interior fitted with multiple shallow sliding kimono trays, open shelved compartments, a built-in mirror, and a small interior drawer; multiple full-width lower drawers each with bail-ring metal pulls and central lock escutcheons; warm amber straight-grained wood throughout; rich century-old natural patina
• Dimensions: 37"W x 18"D x 64"H
• Condition: Excellent

A commanding piece of Japanese antique furniture -- this Taisho Kimono tansu brings the craft, beauty, and quiet discipline of early 20th-century Japan into any modern home.

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 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.