Vintage Japanese Haribako Sewing Chest, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0503

Vintage Japanese Haribako Sewing Chest, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0503

A compact Japanese sewing chest with hinged top compartment and graduated drawers, finished in warm wood tones with dramatic dark grain.

This vintage Japanese haribako dates to the Mid Showa period (1946-1965) and is designed for organizing sewing tools and small household essentials. The top lifts on two visible hinges to reveal divided compartments, while the front is fitted with multiple pull-out drawers in varied sizes for tidy storage. The exterior combines a reddish-brown case with boldly figured drawer fronts, creating a practical piece with strong visual character. Simple metal pulls and a stepped drawer arrangement give it the functional charm associated with mid-century domestic craft furnishings.

At just under a foot wide, this haribako is easy to place on a shelf, desk, or dresser. It can still serve beautifully for sewing supplies, threads, needles, mending tools, stationery, or other small personal items. Its compact scale and distinctive grain also make it an appealing accent for vintage-inspired interiors, craft rooms, or collections of Japanese household antiques.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Wood with metal pulls and metal hinges
• Use: Sewing chest for organizing needles, thread, cloth notions, and other small implements
• Modern Use: Sewing supply organizer; desktop storage for stationery and craft tools; decorative small chest for display
• Features: Hinged top opening to divided upper compartments; multiple drawers in assorted sizes; metal drawer pulls; reddish case with contrasting figured drawer fronts; raised base trim
• Dimensions: 11 1/2"W x 7"D x 9"H
• Condition: Good vintage condition with visible age, surface wear, and finish variation consistent with use

A useful and characterful example of vintage Japanese domestic craft storage.

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.