Vintage Japanese Bamboo Take Kago Basket, Mid-Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0208-1

Vintage Japanese Bamboo Take Kago Basket, Mid-Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0208-1

A beautifully hand-woven vintage Japanese bamboo basket with herringbone weave body and tightly wrapped rim -- a testament to the enduring craft of take zaiku basketry.

A take kago is a traditional Japanese woven bamboo basket, crafted for everyday household use such as holding fruit, vegetables, or other food items. This shallow round bowl form is a classic example of mid-Showa domestic basketry, made by skilled hands using finely split bamboo strips worked into a precise herringbone and twill weave pattern across both the body and base. The interior surfaces have deepened to a rich dark brown with age, while the exterior retains warm amber tones that highlight the rhythmic diagonal weave. The rim is finished with a tightly coiled wrapping of fine strip material -- consistent with bamboo or a similar plant fiber -- creating a smooth, durable edge that frames the open bowl with understated elegance. This kind of handcrafted Japanese basketwork was a staple of the postwar home, valued for its practical beauty and the regional craft traditions it represents.

Today, this vintage Japanese bamboo basket translates effortlessly into modern interiors. Display it on a kitchen counter or dining table as a striking fruit bowl or bread basket, where its warm wabi-sabi aesthetic adds natural texture to the space. In the living room, it works beautifully as a decorative accent -- filled with pine cones, dried botanicals, or small potted succulents for a Japandi style vignette. It also makes a charming entryway organizer for keys and small everyday items, or a unique housewarming gift for anyone who appreciates handcrafted Japanese vintage pieces and natural home decor. Its sculptural form is just as compelling when left empty on a shelf or coffee table.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Bamboo -- finely split bamboo strips with tightly wrapped bamboo or plant-fiber rim binding
• Use: Domestic household basket, likely used for storing or displaying fruit, vegetables, or food items
• Modern Use: Fruit bowl or bread basket for kitchen or dining table; living room decorative accent filled with dried botanicals or small plants; entryway organizer for keys and small items
• Features: Shallow round bowl form; herringbone and twill weave pattern on body and base; tightly coiled wrapped rim in a contrasting lighter tone; two-tone coloration with darker aged interior and warmer exterior; open weave construction; age-appropriate patina throughout
• Dimensions: 11"Diameter x 4"H
• Condition: Excellent

A beautifully aged piece of vintage Japanese craft -- this hand-woven bamboo basket brings the warmth and quiet artistry of the Showa era 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.