Vintage Japanese Lidded Wood Incense Box with Raden Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Heisei Period | SKU: 26M-846

Vintage Japanese Lidded Wood Incense Box with Raden Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Heisei Period | SKU: 26M-846

A warm-grained wood box adorned with luminous mother-of-pearl flower inlay -- handcrafted Japanese artistry for the modern home.

This is a traditional Japanese lidded storage box used to hold incense, accessories, or small personal treasures during the tea ceremony and in everyday domestic life. This vintage example is crafted from a warm honey-toned hardwood -- possibly sugi (cryptomeria) or a similarly fine-grained softwood -- with a beautifully pronounced straight grain that runs across both the lid and the body. The exterior is decorated throughout with raden mother-of-pearl inlay: clusters of daisy-form flowers shimmer across the lid surface, accompanied by a central composition of two overlapping circular shell medallions evoking camellia blossoms. Scattered dot inlays and small floral sprigs continue along the sides of the body, giving the piece an all-over garden quality characteristic of handcrafted Japanese craft from the Heisei period. The interior is lined with a pale washi-style paper, lending a refined, traditional finish to the single open compartment.

In a modern home, this charming lidded box transitions effortlessly from its original role into everyday bedroom decor or living room accent styling. Use it as a jewelry box on a vanity or dresser -- the paper-lined interior cushions rings, earrings, and small pendants beautifully. It works equally well as a desk organizer for paper clips, SD cards, or other small essentials, keeping a home office tidy with a touch of Japandi style. Its compact footprint and elegant mother-of-pearl surface make it a unique housewarming gift or a treasured find for collectors of vintage Japanese craft and decorative objects.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1990-2018 (Heisei)
• Material: Fine-grained hardwood (possibly sugi or similar), raden mother-of-pearl inlay, washi paper interior lining
• Use: Lidded storage box for incense accessories, small personal items, or tea ceremony tools
• Modern Use: Jewelry box or vanity organizer; desktop storage for small essentials; decorative accent for Japandi-style or minimalist decor
• Features: Fitted slip lid; pronounced straight wood grain across all surfaces; mother-of-pearl daisy and floral medallion inlay on lid and sides; scattered dot shell accents; single open compartment with washi paper lining; gently beveled base profile
• Dimensions: --
• Condition: Excellent

A quietly stunning piece of vintage Japanese craft -- the iridescent raden inlay catches the light beautifully, bringing elegance and a sense of living history to any modern interior.

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.