Vintage Japanese Bamboo Hana-kago Ikebana Basket Vase, Heisei 1990-2018 | SKU: 26J-0778-2

Vintage Japanese Bamboo Hana-kago Ikebana Basket Vase, Heisei 1990-2018 | SKU: 26J-0778-2

A sculptural woven bamboo hana-kago with a dark bamboo inner tube -- handcrafted for ikebana flower arranging with quiet wabi-sabi elegance.

A hana-kago is a traditional Japanese basket vase designed to hold flower arrangements in the art of ikebana. This handcrafted example features a tall, gently bulbous body woven from finely split bamboo in an open diagonal lattice pattern -- a weave that allows light to pass through and lends the form an airy, almost architectural quality. The wide, flat circular rim is finished with tightly bound spoke-work and a neatly wrapped edge, giving the piece a bold silhouette that balances rustic craft with refined design. A separate dark bamboo tube -- likely smoked or lacquered -- fits inside the basket to serve as a watertight liner, allowing fresh-cut flowers to be displayed directly within the woven outer shell. This two-piece construction is characteristic of thoughtfully made vintage Japanese craft, where function and beauty are inseparable.

In a modern home, this hana-kago makes a striking living room accent or entryway statement piece -- display it with a single branch, dried botanicals, or a bundle of pampas grass for an effortless Japandi style focal point. The open lattice body casts beautiful shadow patterns in direct light, making it equally compelling as a standalone decorative object on a console, shelf, or dining table centerpiece. Its compact footprint and sculptural form also suit a home office or meditation corner, and it would make a thoughtful housewarming gift for anyone drawn to wabi-sabi aesthetics or handcrafted Japanese objects.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1990-2018 (Heisei)
• Material: Woven split bamboo (outer basket); dark bamboo tube insert, possibly smoked or lacquered
• Use: Ikebana flower arrangement basket vase (hana-kago); two-piece construction with removable inner tube liner
• Modern Use: Living room or entryway decorative accent with dried or fresh florals; Japandi-style shelf display; housewarming gift for collectors of Japanese craft
• Features: Tall bulbous body in open diagonal lattice weave; wide flat circular rim with wrapped edge and radiating spoke pattern; separate dark cylindrical bamboo inner tube; warm honey-brown patina throughout
• Dimensions: 7"W x 7"D x 8 1/2"H
• Condition: Excellent

A beautifully handcrafted piece of vintage Japanese craft that brings the meditative spirit of ikebana into any modern 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.