Vintage Japanese Sakadaru Lacquered Wooden Sake Barrel - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-199-2)

Vintage Japanese Sakadaru Lacquered Sake Barrel, Wood (SKU 25D-199-2)

Taisho-era urushi-lacquered wooden sake barrel with vivid vermilion interior and original stopper.

This vintage Japanese lacquered wooden sake barrel, or sakadaru, showcases the refined craftsmanship of early 20th-century Japan. The interior is finished in a rich vermilion urushi lacquer, framed by a deep black rim, with a single pouring aperture and its matching plug, evoking the atmosphere of traditional sake breweries and celebratory banquets.

The exterior reveals warm, finely grained wood with a dark stained finish and a woven, banded construction, complemented by an iron carrying handle. Calligraphic ink inscription on the base adds character and likely denotes a brewery name or dedication, making this piece a charming display object for a tokonoma, bar, or wabi-sabi interior.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Taisho period (circa 1920s)
• Material: Lacquered wood with metal handle
• Use: Traditional sake barrel for serving or storing sake; now ideal as a decorative vintage Japanese accent
• Features: Vermilion urushi interior, black lacquer rim, original stopper, ink calligraphy to base, iron handle, classic Taisho-era sake barrel form
• Dimensions: 11" Diameter x 5 1/2"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear and patina consistent with age and use

A characterful Taisho-era piece that brings the warmth of a Japanese sake brewery into any curated 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 and antique 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.