Vintage Japanese Ikebana Flower Basket, 1966 - 1989 (Late Showa) | SKU: 26M-052 (26M-052-4)

Japanese Ikebana Hanakago Flower Basket | Decorative Living Room Accent & Entryway Organizer, 1966-1989 (Late Showa), SKU 26M-052-4

A handwoven bamboo ikebana basket in the classic hanakago tradition -- open, airy, and quietly beautiful.

A hanakago is a traditional Japanese flower basket used in ikebana -- the centuries-old art of formal flower arrangement. Unlike purely utilitarian baskets, hanakago were designed with visual balance in mind: the relationship between the tall arching handle, the open weave body, and the sturdy base were all considered part of the arrangement itself. This example features a warm honey-toned bamboo construction with a square-footed base that transitions gracefully into a rounded, open-rimmed body -- a hallmark of skilled regional basketry from the Late Showa period. The diagonal lattice weave across the body panels, a braided herringbone band at the shoulder, and upright ribbing on the interior walls reflect the handcrafted Japanese craft traditions that flourished in this era. The handle is formed from multiple bundled bamboo strips, wrapped tightly at the grip in a contrasting darker bamboo binding -- a detail that speaks to careful, practiced workmanship.

In a modern home, this vintage Japanese ikebana basket brings the wabi-sabi aesthetic into everyday living with effortless grace. Display it in the living room with a few stems of dried pampas grass or eucalyptus for an instant Japandi style accent, or set it on an entryway console to hold rolled scarves, mail, or small seasonal items. It also makes a striking bedroom decor piece on a nightstand or dresser -- simply beautiful when left empty, allowing the open weave to cast soft shadow patterns in natural light. A thoughtful housewarming gift or a meaningful find for collectors of Japanese antique craft, it is a piece that rewards a slow, unhurried gaze.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Woven bamboo with bundled bamboo handle and wrapped bamboo grip binding
• Use: Hanakago -- a traditional ikebana flower basket used to hold floral arrangements
• Modern Use: Living room dried flower display in Japandi style; entryway organizer for small items; bedroom decor accent piece
• Features: Square flat-footed base transitioning to a rounded open rim; diagonal lattice weave body panels; braided herringbone shoulder band; vertical rib reinforcements; multi-strip arched handle with tightly wrapped grip in darker bamboo; sturdy structural framing visible on the base underside
• Dimensions: 9"W x 9"D x 11"H
• Condition: Excellent

A timeless example of handcrafted Japanese bamboo weaving -- this ikebana hanakago brings the quiet elegance of traditional flower arranging 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 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.