Vintage Japanese Bamboo Hanaire, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0726-1

Vintage Japanese Bamboo Hanaire, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0726-1

A sculptural bamboo hanaire with removable inner cup -- handcrafted for ikebana and tokonoma display

A hanaire is a traditional Japanese flower vase used to hold a single stem or spare ikebana arrangement, often displayed in the tokonoma alcove of a Japanese home or tea room. This example is cut from a thick-walled bamboo culm spanning multiple natural nodes, giving it a bold, columnar presence. The upper section is hollowed and shaped with an open front cutout that frames the inner vessel -- a design that allows stems to be positioned with the precise, asymmetrical intent central to ikebana practice. A separate dark bamboo cup, aged to a deep espresso tone, fits neatly into the lower opening and serves as the water-holding liner. Two characters brushed in red ink appear on the lower body, likely a date inscription or dedication mark, adding a layer of personal history to this handcrafted Japanese craft object.

In a modern home, this vintage bamboo hanaire makes an effortlessly striking living room accent or entryway focal point. Stand a single branch of dried pampas grass or a sprig of eucalyptus in the inner cup for a wabi-sabi aesthetic that feels entirely at home in Japandi-style interiors. It works equally well as a desktop pen and brush holder in a home office, or as a tabletop decorative accent on a shelf or mantle. Its natural honey-gold tones and sculptural node rings pair beautifully with linen, stone, and raw wood -- making it a memorable housewarming gift or a distinctive find for collectors of vintage Japanese decorative arts.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Natural bamboo culm with aged patina; separate dark bamboo inner cup
• Use: Hanaire flower vase for ikebana arrangements or tokonoma display
• Modern Use: Ikebana or dried floral display; desktop pen and brush holder; living room or entryway decorative accent in Japandi or wabi-sabi style interiors
• Features: Multi-node bamboo culm body; open front cutout forming the vase mouth; removable dark bamboo inner cup liner; red ink inscription on lower body; warm honey-gold patina with natural node rings
• Dimensions: 4 1/2"Diameter x 10"H
• Condition: Excellent

A timeless piece of vintage Japanese decorative art -- this bamboo hanaire brings the quiet elegance of ikebana culture 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.