Vintage Japanese Woven Bamboo Umbrella Stand (Kasa-tate) with Bamboo Tube Liner, Heisei Era 1990-2018 | SKU: 26J-0778-1

Vintage Japanese Woven Bamboo Umbrella Stand (Kasa-tate) with Bamboo Tube Liner, Heisei Era 1990-2018 | SKU: 26J-0778-1

A beautifully handcrafted bamboo weave umbrella stand with removable bamboo tube liner -- a warm, sculptural accent for any entryway or living space.

A kasa-tate is a traditional Japanese umbrella or walking stick stand, long kept near the genkan -- the entryway of a home -- to neatly organize umbrellas and canes for guests and household members alike. This vintage example is a two-part set: a tightly woven cylindrical outer body with a radial-woven base and a separate hollow bamboo tube insert that slides inside to protect the weave from dripping umbrella tips. The outer casing is crafted from finely split bamboo or cane woven in a close, even pattern, finished at the rim and base with a distinctive twisted rope-style binding that adds visual texture and structural strength. A pair of circular loop handles -- each neatly wrapped in cane -- flank the upper body, giving the piece a graceful, amphora-like silhouette. This is the kind of handcrafted Japanese basketry that reflects quiet skill and attention to everyday beauty.

In a modern home, this kasa-tate adapts effortlessly beyond its original purpose. Stand it in an entryway as a functional umbrella holder or walking stick organizer -- its natural warmth and Japandi style aesthetic fitting seamlessly alongside wooden furniture and linen textiles. Use it as a tall floor vase for dried pampas grass, bamboo stems, or sculptural branches in a living room corner. It also works well as a bedroom or home office organizer for rolled documents, yoga mats, or art supply tubes. Light, easy to move thanks to its side handles, and clean in condition, it makes a thoughtful housewarming gift or a gift for Japanophiles who appreciate natural materials and honest craft.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1990-2018 (Heisei)
• Material: Woven bamboo or cane outer body with twisted bamboo rope rim and base edging; circular loop side handles; hollow bamboo tube liner included
• Use: Entryway umbrella stand or walking stick holder (kasa-tate); includes removable bamboo inner liner
• Modern Use: Tall floor vase for dried botanicals or branches; entryway umbrella and cane organizer; bedroom or home office storage for rolled items such as yoga mats or art tubes
• Features: Tall cylindrical form with tightly woven body; radial-woven closed base; twisted rope-style rim and base edging; two circular loop handles wrapped in cane; removable hollow bamboo tube liner; clean interior weave visible when tipped
• Dimensions: --
• Condition: Excellent

A charming piece of vintage Japanese bamboo craft -- functional, sculptural, and right at home in any minimalist decor or Japandi-style interior.

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.