Vintage Japanese Cha Tansu Tea Chest, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-C015

Vintage Japanese Cha Tansu Tea Chest, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-C015

A compact Japanese tea chest with an open display shelf, sliding-door storage, and painted floral roundels in a rich oxblood-red finish.

This vintage Japanese cha tansu is a practical and decorative small chest designed for serving and storing tea wares and household items. Crafted in wood and finished in a deep red-brown tone, it features a balanced two-part form: an open upper shelf with distinctive hexagonal side cutouts, and a lower cabinet enclosed by two sliding doors. Each door has a recessed square pull, and the front is accented with painted floral medallion motifs in contrasting colors that give the piece a lively mid-century character. One photographed view shows the cabinet interior with fitted shelving behind the sliding doors.

In a modern home, this Japanese tea chest works beautifully as a small side cabinet, display shelf, or entryway accent. The upper section can hold ceramics, cups, or seasonal objects, while the enclosed lower compartment provides tidy storage for tea tools, linens, or everyday essentials. Its shallow depth makes it easy to place in compact spaces, and its warm finish and decorative details lend a distinctive vintage presence to both Japandi-inspired and eclectic interiors.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Wood with red-toned finish; recessed metal pulls
• Use: Cha tansu tea chest with open display shelf above and enclosed storage below
• Modern Use: Tea chest, small display cabinet, entryway storage, or accent piece for compact interiors
• Features: Open upper shelf; hexagonal side cutouts; horizontal retaining bar at the back of the shelf opening; two sliding lower doors; painted floral roundel decoration; interior shelving; plinth base
• Dimensions: 33 1/2"W x 13"D x 30"H
• Condition: Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear

A charming vintage cha tansu that combines compact storage, decorative detail, and the everyday elegance of Japanese household design.

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.