Vintage Japanese Lacquered Wood Hand Mirror (Kagami), Late Showa Era 1966-1989 | SKU: 26M-137

Vintage Japanese Lacquered Wood Hand Mirror (Kagami), Late Showa Era 1966-1989 | SKU: 26M-137

A compact round kagami with a warm lacquered wood frame -- timeless Japanese vanity craft from the Late Showa era.

A kagami is a traditional Japanese hand mirror, and this compact round example from the Late Showa period showcases the understated elegance that defined everyday Japanese craft of the era. The chunky, generously proportioned frame is turned from smoothly finished wood and coated in a rich amber-orange lacquer -- a warm, high-gloss finish achieved through multiple layers of urushi-style coating that gives the piece its deep, almost luminous color. The back of the frame reveals a recessed circular groove and a small hanging hole, indicating this piece was designed both to be held and to be displayed on a wall. The mirror glass is set flush within the frame, edged with a thin ring of green felt or rubber to protect the surface -- a thoughtful detail typical of quality Japanese handcraft. Collectors of vintage Japanese craft and Japanese vintage accessories will appreciate the honest, well-made construction and the warm patina that decades of careful use have imparted.

In a modern home, this petite kagami is as versatile as it is charming. Prop it on a vanity tray or dressing table as a vintage vanity mirror with genuine wabi-sabi character, or hang it on a bedroom or bathroom wall as a decorative accent that adds a warm pop of color. Its compact size makes it an ideal gift for collectors, a unique housewarming gift, or a thoughtful present for anyone drawn to Japandi style and mid-century modern decor. Paired with other natural wood pieces or ceramic accessories, it brings an effortless, organic warmth to any living room accent shelf or entryway vignette.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Turned hardwood with amber lacquer finish; glass mirror; felt edge trim
• Use: Hand mirror (kagami) for personal grooming; also wall-hung via rear hanging hole
• Modern Use: Vanity or dressing table mirror; decorative wall accent in bedroom or bathroom; display piece on a shelf or entryway console
• Features: Circular form with thick, rounded lacquered frame; recessed groove on reverse; small hanging hole; flush-set mirror glass with protective edge trim; high-gloss amber finish throughout
• Dimensions: 6" Diameter
• Condition: Excellent

A beautifully lacquered piece of vintage Japanese craft that brings warmth, color, and quiet elegance 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 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.