Vintage Japanese Folding Chabudai Low Table, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0632

Vintage Japanese Folding Chabudai Low Table, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0632

A compact folding chabudai finished in dramatic black with a signature red lacquer edge -- a refined accent for floor-level living.

A chabudai is a traditional Japanese low table designed for floor-level seating, used daily in homes across Japan for meals, tea service, and quiet conversation. This compact rectangular example from the Late Showa era is finished in deep black over a wood frame, with a striking red lacquer trim running along the perimeter of the tabletop -- a detail that speaks to a decorative sensibility beyond purely utilitarian construction. The splayed, tapering legs are braced by carved apron brackets at each corner, adding a subtle architectural elegance to the silhouette. The underside reveals a practical folding mechanism: metal hinges at each leg allow the legs to collapse flat against the tabletop, making the table easy to store or transport -- a hallmark of the space-conscious Japanese household. This is a handcrafted piece of vintage Japanese furniture with the quiet confidence of wabi-sabi design.

In a modern home, this chabudai-style low table brings an effortless Japandi aesthetic to a variety of living spaces. Use it as a floor-level coffee table in a meditation corner or tatami-inspired sitting area, or set it beside a sofa as a minimalist side table. Its compact footprint makes it equally suited as a zen tea table for a bedroom decor vignette or a living room accent beneath a window. The bold black-and-red palette pairs beautifully with natural linen, ceramic ware, and dried botanicals. A compelling and unique gift for collectors of Japanese vintage furniture or anyone drawn to the wabi-sabi aesthetic.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Wood with black finish; red lacquer edge trim; metal folding hinge hardware
• Use: Low floor table for dining, tea service, or everyday household use in a traditional Japanese setting
• Modern Use: Floor-level coffee table or meditation corner accent; zen tea table for bedroom or living room decor; minimalist side table in a Japandi-style interior
• Features: Rectangular tabletop with red lacquer perimeter trim; splayed tapering legs with carved apron corner brackets; folding leg assembly secured by metal hinges -- folds flat for compact storage
• Dimensions: 19 1/2"W x 15"D x 8"H
• Condition: Excellent

A quietly striking piece of vintage Japanese furniture -- its black-and-red palette and folding practicality make it a timeless living room accent or tea table for 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.