Vintage Japanese Abacus (SKU: 25D-207) -

Vintage Japanese Soroban Abacus - 1970s Showa Era (25D-207)

SKU:
25D-207
$200.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 40"W x 2"D x 10"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Vintage Japanese Soroban Abacus, Showa Era (SKU 25D-207)

Showa-era soroban with bold yellow beads and warm wooden frame

This oversized vintage Japanese abacus, or soroban, dates from the Showa period and features an uncommon combination of a rustic wooden frame with bright yellow, turned-wooden beads on black rods. The long rectangular format and rhythmic repetition of the beads give it a strong graphic presence, making it as striking on the wall as it once was practical on the merchant’s counter.

Traces of use—worn paint on the central white bar, scattered rust on the metal clip, and small nicks to the wood—add authentic patina without compromising stability. Whether styled as an industrial accent, a focal piece in a wabi-sabi interior, or a teaching aid celebrating traditional Japanese calculation, this Showa soroban brings both color and history to any space.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period (vintage)
  • Material: Wood, painted wooden beads, metal hardware
  • Use: Traditional soroban for calculation; now ideal as wall décor or tabletop display
  • Features: Long multi-column abacus with yellow wooden beads, central painted white bar, visible maker’s marks, aged patina and rustic industrial character
  • Dimensions: 40"W x 2"D x 10"H
  • Condition: Vintage condition with surface wear, paint loss and light rust consistent with age and use

A charismatic Showa-era soroban that transforms classic Japanese craftsmanship into a vivid design statement.

 

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

All vintage and antique 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.

Additional Information
size:
40"W x 2"D x 10"H