Vintage Japanese Woven Bamboo Take Kago Tray with Lid, Early Showa 1927-1945 | SKU: 26M-976-1

Vintage Japanese Woven Bamboo Take Kago Tray with Lid, Early Showa 1927-1945 | SKU: 26M-976-1

A finely hand-woven bamboo take kago with a warm dark finish and a simple, useful rectangular form.

This vintage Japanese bamboo piece is woven in a tight checker-like pattern from split bamboo strips and formed as a shallow rectangular tray with a fitted lift-off lid. The sides are neatly finished with wrapped edging, and the open interior is visible when the lid is removed. Its dark brown surface, subtle variation in tone, and handwoven construction give it the quiet character associated with practical Japanese household craft from the Early Showa period.

Today this take kago works beautifully as a versatile organizer in a range of interiors. It can be used on a desk for stationery and paper goods, on a dresser for accessories, or on open shelving as a warm natural accent. The low profile and clean rectangular shape also make it easy to incorporate into Japandi, rustic, or wabi-sabi inspired spaces.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1927-1945 (Early Showa)
• Material: Woven bamboo
• Use: Covered household storage and organization
• Modern Use: Desk organizer, dresser catchall, shelf accent, or small item storage
• Features: Rectangular form; fitted lift-off lid; shallow open interior; tight handwoven bamboo construction; wrapped rim and corner finishing; dark brown two-tone surface
• Dimensions: 12 1/4"W x 9 1/4"D x 2 1/2"H
• Condition: Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear

A handsome woven bamboo take kago that brings texture, utility, and understated vintage character to everyday living.

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.