Japanese Kaidan Step Chest Custom-Order Reference in Elm

Japanese Kaidan Step Chest Custom-Order Reference

This pictured piece is a custom-order reference example and is not available for purchase.

SKU#: 090303

Japanese tansu style kaidan dansu (step chest) made of solid elm wood. This staircase-form cabinet combines the look of traditional Japanese step furniture with practical enclosed storage and drawers. In plain English, kaidan dansu refers to a step chest: a cabinet built in ascending levels so it can work visually with a stairway while also providing storage.

With its graduated silhouette, paneled fronts, and dark drawer pulls, this custom piece is designed to fit neatly beneath a staircase or along a wall where a stepped profile is desired. The lower section includes drawers, while the taller sections incorporate cabinet-style doors, creating a mix of storage types within one continuous form.

Documented Specifications

• Type: Japanese kaidan step chest / kaidan dansu
• SKU: 090303
• Dimensions: 66″W x 18″D x 70″H
• Material: Solid elm wood
• Finish: Teak
• Form: Stepped cabinet with drawers and door compartments

Design Notes

The stepped arrangement gives the piece its distinctive architectural character, while the repeated rectangular panels create a cohesive facade from top to bottom. The storage is distributed across the ascending levels, making the form both decorative and functional. This reference example is especially useful for clients exploring a Japanese-inspired stair-step chest with a warm wood tone and a substantial under-stair presence.

Custom-Order Reference

This page is kept as a permanent reference example of custom work shown by Eastern Classics. If you would like to discuss a related custom project, please contact Eastern Classics.