Vintage Japanese Millstone (SKU: 25D-470) -

Vintage Japanese Millstone - 2000s Heisei Era (25D-470)

SKU:
25D-470
$200.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 8 1/4" Diameter x 7"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Vintage Japanese Millstone, 2000s, Heisei Era (SKU 25D-470)

Compact hand-cranked ishi‑usu millstone with wooden handle and base

This vintage Japanese millstone, or ishi‑usu, features a cylindrical granite body set into a matching stone tray and operated by a simple wooden handle. Traditionally used to grind grains, tea leaves, or spices into a fine powder, its modest scale makes it ideal as both a functional tool and a sculptural accent in a contemporary kitchen or tearoom.

The clean, unadorned grey stone contrasts beautifully with the warm tone of the hand-turned wooden handle and support arm, evoking Heiseipracticality and design. Whether displayed as a piece of Japanese farmhouse décor or used gently for small-batch grinding, this millstone brings an authentic touch of everyday craft to your interior.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Heisei period (circa 2000s)
  • Material: Granite stone with wooden handle and support
  • Use: Small hand mill for grains, tea leaves, spices, or decorative display
  • Features: Two-part stone construction with catch basin; smooth cylindrical profile; detachable wooden crank handle; vintage Japanese millstone design suited to kitchen or tearoom interiors
  • Dimensions: 8 1/4" Diameter x 7"H
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear consistent with age and use

A refined yet humble Heisei-era tool that adds quiet authenticity to any Japanese-inspired space.

 

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

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.

Additional Information
size:
8 1/4" Diameter x 7"H