Vintage Japanese Blue-and-White Porcelain Ju Bako (Stacked Box), Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26M-118

Vintage Japanese Blue-and-White Porcelain Ju Bako (Stacked Box), Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26M-118

A charming blue-and-white porcelain ju bako decorated with the classic sho-chiku-bai -- pine, bamboo, and plum -- motifs of good fortune, rendered across stacked tiers beneath a domed lid.

A ju bako is a traditional Japanese stacked box set, typically crafted from ceramic or lacquerware, used to store small keepsakes, incense, sweets, or personal accessories. This Mid Showa-era example is rendered in crisp blue-and-white porcelain, a format deeply rooted in Japanese ceramic tradition. The decoration wraps continuously across each tier: delicate ume (plum blossom) branches bloom across the upper sections, while take (bamboo) and matsu (pine) spread across the lower body -- together forming the beloved sho-chiku-bai grouping, a classic Japanese symbol of resilience, longevity, and good fortune. A flying crane graces one side, adding an auspicious note to the composition. The domed lid features a gently cushioned profile, and the whole piece rests on small bracket feet that lift it elegantly off any surface. Each tier separates cleanly, revealing a plain white interior suited to storing small treasures. This is a fine example of vintage Japanese craft, appealing to collectors of Japanese vintage ceramics and blue-and-white porcelain alike.

In a modern home, this vintage ju bako is as versatile as it is beautiful. Use it as a bedside jewelry box to organize rings, earrings, and small accessories in bedroom decor -- each tier keeping a different category neatly separated. It works equally well as a desktop accent on a home office shelf, corralling paper clips, stamps, or small stationery in Japandi style. The striking blue-and-white palette integrates effortlessly into minimalist decor, a coastal aesthetic, or a curated living room accent shelf. Compact enough to sit on a windowsill or bathroom organizer tray, it brings a quiet, wabi-sabi elegance to any corner. A truly unique housewarming gift or gift for Japanophiles who appreciate handcrafted Japanese ceramics.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: White-glazed porcelain with underglaze blue decoration
• Use: Stacked storage box for small keepsakes, incense, sweets, or personal accessories
• Modern Use: Jewelry box and ring organizer; desktop trinket storage; decorative living room or bathroom accent
• Features: Multiple stacking tiers that separate individually; domed cushion-form lid; bracket feet base; continuous blue-and-white sho-chiku-bai (pine, bamboo, plum) landscape wrapping all four sides; flying crane motif on lid and upper tier; plain white interiors
• Dimensions: 5"W x 5"D x 8"H
• Condition: Excellent

A beautifully crafted piece of vintage Japanese porcelain that brings the timeless elegance of blue-and-white ceramic art into 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.