Vintage Japanese Ikebana Hanakago Flower Basket, 1966 - 1989 (Late Showa) | SKU: 26M-521-1

Japanese Ikebana Hanakago Flower Basket | Vintage Living Room Accent & Decorative Planter, 1966-1989 (Late Showa), SKU 26M-521-1

A sculptural bamboo hanakago with bold open weave -- handcrafted for ikebana flower arranging and wabi-sabi living room decor.

A hanakago is a traditional Japanese woven flower basket used as a vessel in ikebana, the ancient Japanese art of flower arranging. This striking Late Showa-era example is hand-woven from split bamboo in a domed, lantern-like form that widens at the midsection before tapering to a flat square base -- a silhouette that is at once rustic and architecturally refined. The body features two distinct weave patterns working in dialogue: a tightly woven lattice base provides structural grounding, while bold diagonal and arching strips sweep upward across the open upper body in a dynamic, rhythmic pattern. The handle -- twisted from slender bamboo rods and knotted at intervals -- rises in a graceful arc and is secured to the basket shoulders with wrapped bindings, a detail that speaks to the skill of the craftsman. The warm honey-and-amber tones of the bamboo have deepened with age, lending the piece the unmistakable patina of a genuine vintage Japanese craft object.

Today this hanakago is every bit as compelling outside the tokonoma alcove as within it. Set it on a entryway console, a living room shelf, or a bedroom side table as a standalone sculptural accent in the wabi-sabi aesthetic -- the open weave casts beautiful shadows in natural light. Tuck a small vase or bud vase inside to display fresh or dried stems in the ikebana tradition, or use it as a decorative storage basket for rolled linens, dried botanicals, or small potted plants in a Japandi-style interior. It also makes a truly unique housewarming gift for anyone drawn to handcrafted Japanese antiques and natural material decor.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Split bamboo
• Use: Ikebana flower arranging basket (hanakago)
• Modern Use: Living room or entryway decorative accent; dried botanical or bud vase holder; Japandi-style storage basket for linens or small plants
• Features: Domed open-weave body with bold diagonal strip pattern; tightly woven square lattice base; twisted bamboo arched handle with knotted bindings; warm aged patina throughout; two distinct weave techniques in a single form
• Dimensions: 9"W x 8"D x 13"H
• Condition: Excellent

A handcrafted piece of Japanese antique basketry that brings organic texture, quiet artistry, and wabi-sabi warmth to 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.