Vintage Japanese Hanakago Bamboo Flower Basket with Original Node Liner, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0518

Vintage Japanese Hanakago Bamboo Flower Basket with Original Node Liner, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0518

A beautifully shaped woven bamboo hanakago with open lattice body, arched handle, and original bamboo node liner -- a complete ikebana vessel ready for display.

A hanakago is a traditional Japanese flower basket used as a vessel in ikebana, the centuries-old art of Japanese flower arrangement. Crafted from split bamboo strips woven into an open diamond lattice, this piece features a distinctive silhouette -- a full, rounded lower body that narrows at the waist before flaring outward into a wide, braided rim. A single arched handle of flat bamboo strip rises cleanly above the basket, completing the classic hanakago form. A bamboo band cinches the join between the upper and lower sections, adding both structural reinforcement and a pleasing contrast of tone and texture. The entire surface has developed a rich, deep brown patina consistent with decades of careful handling. Notably, the basket retains its original cylindrical bamboo node liner, which was designed to hold water and support cut stems -- a detail that confirms this piece's dedicated purpose as a vintage Japanese flower arrangement basket and makes it genuinely functional for ikebana practice today.

In a modern home, this handcrafted Japanese bamboo basket is as versatile as it is beautiful. Set it on a console table or entryway shelf with a simple branch or seasonal bloom for an instant wabi-sabi aesthetic. Nestle a glass jar or small pot inside the liner to use it as a living room accent planter for trailing greenery or dried botanicals. It also works beautifully as a Japandi style decorative accent on a dining table centerpiece or bookshelf, displayed alone as a sculptural object. With its warm chocolate tones and expert open weave, it makes a thoughtful and unique housewarming gift or a standout piece for collectors of vintage Japanese craft and Japanese vintage basketry.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Woven split bamboo strips; bamboo node liner included
• Use: Ikebana flower arrangement basket (hanakago); original bamboo liner holds water and stems
• Modern Use: Ikebana or dried floral display; living room accent planter with a pot insert; decorative entryway or dining table centerpiece
• Features: Bulbous lower body with open diamond lattice weave; waist cinched by a flat bamboo band with tied fastening; flared upper section with a denser herringbone-style weave at the shoulder; braided rim finish; tall arched flat-strip handle; original cylindrical bamboo node liner with sealed base
• Dimensions: 8"Diameter x 13"H
• Condition: Excellent

A complete and collectible piece of vintage Japanese bamboo craft -- elegant in its wabi-sabi simplicity and ready to bring the spirit of ikebana 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.