Japanese Tansu Style CD Library Custom-Order Reference

Japanese Tansu style CD LIbrary

This custom-order Japanese tansu style CD library is shown here as a reference example and is not available for purchase.

Overview

This large wall-scale CD library combines the clean, architectural look of Japanese tansu-inspired cabinetry with practical media storage. The documented material is ash wood with a clear finish, and the photographed example shows a multi-section cabinet with glazed upper doors for viewing and organizing a substantial CD collection.

Design and Function

The upper section is arranged as a broad CD storage library with tall framed glass doors and multiple interior shelves sized for compact discs. The lower section includes additional enclosed storage with panel fronts that recall traditional Japanese lattice and sliding-door design motifs often associated with tansu, a Japanese chest or cabinet form. Ring-pull style hardware and recessed round pulls reinforce the tansu-inspired appearance while keeping the overall design restrained and functional.

In the detail view, one lower compartment is fitted with a pull-out drawer or tray mounted on side hardware, adding concealed storage below the main CD shelving. The full cabinet is scaled for built-in-style use along a wall, offering both display and organized media storage in a single piece.

Specifications

• Object type: CD library
• Style: Japanese tansu style
• Material: Ash Wood
• Finish: Clear Finish
• Dimensions: 0"W x 0"D x 0"H
• Reference SKU: 050101

About the Tansu Style

Tansu is a Japanese term commonly used for traditional chests and storage cabinetry. In this custom piece, the term describes the visual influence of Japanese case furniture rather than a small chest format, with the design adapted to a large-capacity CD library.

For more information about a custom project inspired by this reference piece, please contact Eastern Classics.