Vintage Japanese Woven Bamboo Basket (Take-kago), Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0592-5

Vintage Japanese Woven Bamboo Basket (Take-kago), Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0592-5

A handwoven folk craft basket in rich reddish-brown bamboo -- low, wide, and full of wabi-sabi character.

A take-kago is a traditional Japanese woven bamboo basket used in everyday households for carrying, storing, and displaying produce, fruit, or dry goods. This vintage Japanese craft piece features broad, flat bamboo strips woven in a bold diagonal and herringbone-style pattern that gives the sides a striking, layered texture. The deep reddish-brown tone -- likely the result of staining or age patina -- lends the basket a warm, almost lacquer-like richness that elevates it well beyond ordinary folk utility. The rim is finished with a sturdy wrapped border, and the low, wide form sits with quiet confidence. Slight irregularities in the weave are the hallmark of handcrafted Japanese basketry, giving each piece a one-of-a-kind character consistent with mid-Showa mingei (folk art) production.

In a modern home, this vintage bamboo basket makes a beautiful living room accent -- set on a coffee table or sideboard to hold fruit, pinecones, or decorative stones. Its open lattice sides and warm tones suit a Japandi style interior or wabi-sabi aesthetic equally well, adding organic texture without clutter. It also works as a kitchen countertop organizer for onions, garlic, or small produce, or as a bathroom organizer for rolled hand towels. A compact and visually compelling piece, it makes a thoughtful housewarming gift or a distinctive gift for collectors of Japanese vintage folk craft.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Bamboo -- broad flat strips, woven by hand with a reddish-brown finish
• Use: Household storage and display basket for produce or dry goods
• Modern Use: Fruit bowl or countertop organizer; living room decorative accent; bathroom towel or toiletry holder
• Features: Low wide open form; bold diagonal and herringbone weave pattern; sturdy wrapped rim; open lattice sides; handcrafted irregularities consistent with folk craft origin
• Dimensions: 12"Diameter x 4 1/2"H
• Condition: Good vintage condition -- some minor looseness and slight bending of strips consistent with age and use; overall structure intact and display-ready

A warm and characterful piece of vintage Japanese folk craft that brings natural texture and wabi-sabi charm to any modern living space.

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.