Vintage Japanese Sewing Box — 1980, Showa Era (SKU: 25M-397) - 1

Vintage Japanese Sewing Box — 1980, Showa Era (SKU: 25M-397)

SKU:
25M-397
$120.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
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Vintage Japanese Sewing Box — 1980s, Showa Era
Crafted in Harmony: Sakura Beauty Meets Kirinoki Practicality

A celebration of craftsmanship and character, this vintage Japanese sewing box from the 1980s Showa era embodies both form and function. Made from a harmonious blend of sakura (cherry wood) and kirinoki (paulownia wood), it showcases a deep respect for traditional materials—each chosen for both beauty and purpose.

The sakura exterior is finished with a warm, speckled lacquer that highlights the natural grain, evoking a sense of depth and movement, almost like flowing bark or ripples in water. This layered, tactile effect brings subtle elegance to the box’s compact form. Inside, the lightweight kirinoki ensures effortless usability and protection for delicate contents.

Perfect for storing sewing tools, keepsakes, or as a statement accent on a desk or shelf, this piece is a quiet tribute to the meticulous artistry of everyday life in Japan.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: 1980s, Showa Period

  • Material: Sakura (Cherry wood) exterior with Kirinoki (Paulownia wood) interior

  • Features: 2 drawers, iron handles, lacquered finish

  • Color: Deep chestnut brown with golden mottled lacquer highlights

  • Dimensions: 8"W x 7 1/4"D x 8 1/4"H

  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear appropriate to age

Whether you're an artisan or a collector, this box invites appreciation not only for what it holds—but for what it is.