Vintage Japanese Sewing Box (SKU: 25D-026-2) -

Vintage Japanese Saiho Bako Sewing Box - 1930s Showa Era (25D-026-2)

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25D-026-2
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$320.00
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Dimensions: 10'W x 7"D x 9 1/4"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Vintage Japanese Saiho Bako Sewing Box, Showa Era (SKU 25D-026-2)

Vintage Japanese sewing box with a warm figured grain and classic Showa-era storage design

This Vintage Japanese sewing box is a charming Showa-era tansu, made for neatly organizing sewing essentials in a compact household form. The hinged lid opens to reveal a divided upper compartment, while the front combines drawers and a small side cabinet for practical daily storage.

The richly patterned wood grain gives the piece a lively, decorative presence, complemented by simple iron pulls and a timeworn hand-crafted feel. Ideal for collectors of Japanese antiques, this saihōbako brings both utility and nostalgic character to a room.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period, early-20th century
  • Material: Wood, iron fittings
  • Use: Sewing storage / small household tansu
  • Features: Hinged lid, divided interior, mixed drawer configuration, figured wood grain, iron handles, compact saihōbako form
  • Dimensions: 10'W x 7"D x 9 1/4"H
  • Condition: Excellent

A distinctive Japanese antique that blends everyday function with enduring Showa-style charm.

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.

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10'W x 7"D x 9 1/4"H
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