Vintage Japanese Bamboo Lidded Storage Box, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0208-4

Vintage Japanese Bamboo Lidded Storage Box, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0208-4

A handcrafted vintage Japanese bamboo storage box with a signature herringbone weave and warm, age-darkened patina -- a quiet expression of mid-century Japanese folk craft.

A woven bamboo lidded box of this type is a traditional Japanese folk craft object, handmade by regional artisans for everyday household use -- likely to store small items, dried goods, or keep objects tidy on a low table or shelf. Pieces like this represent the mingei (folk craft) tradition that flourished in mid-Showa Japan, when skilled basket weavers produced functional wares of remarkable refinement. This example is constructed entirely from split bamboo strips woven in a precise herringbone pattern across both the shallow tray base and the gently domed lid. The edges are finished with flat bamboo banding, secured at intervals with fine wrapped bindings -- a technique that reinforces the form while adding visual rhythm. The exterior has deepened to a rich warm brown through decades of natural aging, while the interior of the base retains a lighter, honey-toned surface, offering a pleasing contrast that speaks to honest, unfinished Japanese vintage craft.

Compact and beautifully tactile, this vintage bamboo box translates effortlessly into a modern home. On a bedroom dresser or bathroom shelf it makes a charming organizer for jewelry, hair accessories, or small essentials. In a living room or home office, use it as a desk organizer to corral pens, paper clips, or business cards. Displayed on a coffee table or entryway console, the lid placed beside the tray creates a striking wabi-sabi aesthetic accent that pairs naturally with Japandi style interiors, linen textiles, and natural wood surfaces. A thoughtful housewarming gift for anyone who appreciates handcrafted Japanese vintage objects.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Split bamboo strips, woven and bound; flat bamboo banding at edges
• Use: Household storage box for small items; lidded container for everyday use
• Modern Use: Jewelry and accessory organizer on a dresser or bathroom shelf; desk organizer for small office supplies; decorative wabi-sabi accent on a coffee table or entryway console
• Features: Herringbone weave pattern on lid and base; gently domed separable lid; shallow tray base with lighter natural interior; flat bamboo frame banding with wrapped interval bindings; warm age-darkened exterior patina
• Dimensions: 9 1/2"W x 5 1/2"D x 2"H
• Condition: Good vintage condition consistent with age; natural darkening and minor wear to weave and bindings; no significant structural damage

A genuine piece of vintage Japanese folk craft -- handwoven with quiet skill and made more beautiful by time.

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.