Vintage Japanese Kamidana Shinto Shrine "加波山三社大神" - 1960s Showa Era (25D-314-3)

Vintage Japanese Kamidana Shinto Shrine "加波山三社大神" (SKU 25D-314-3)

Showa-era wooden Shinto shrine tablet with hand-brushed calligraphy

This vintage Japanese Shinto shrine piece is a tall, slender wooden tablet crowned with a simple gabled roof, echoing the architecture of a miniature kamidana. The front face bears bold, vertically brushed kanji dedicating the piece to a kami, transforming the wood into a devotional object once used for prayer and protection.

Likely displayed within a household or small local shrine during the 1960s Showa era, this shrine tablet now serves as an evocative accent for a tokonoma, alcove, or curated wabi-sabi interior. Its warm patina, inked inscription, and straightforward carpentry make it a compelling example of everyday Shinto practice translated into vintage Japanese decor.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Showa period, circa 1960s
• Material: Softwood with ink calligraphy
• Use: Household Shinto shrine tablet / kamidana accessory
• Features: Vintage Japanese Shinto shrine tablet with small roofed top, hand-brushed kanji dedication, warm aged patina, simple mortised base suitable for display as spiritual object or characterful wall or shelf decor
• Dimensions: 7 1/2"W x 2 1/2"D x 15"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear and tonal variation consistent with age and devotional use

A quietly powerful Showa-era relic that brings the presence of a traditional Japanese shrine into a modern space.

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.