Vintage Japanese Small Drawer - 1950s Showa Era (25D-214)

Vintage Japanese Small Drawer (SKU 25D-214)

Showa-era wooden ko-dansu with five slim drawers and metal pulls

This compact vintage Japanese chest features a warm two-tone finish, with darker stained sides and top framing lighter drawer fronts. Five neatly stacked drawers, each fitted with simple metal handles, evoke the clean, functional aesthetic of mid-Showa interiors while offering practical storage for stationery, tools, or accessories.

Crafted from solid wood with visible grain and age-softened edges, the piece has the honest patina of daily use without losing its structural integrity. Ideal as a desktop tansu, bedside organizer, or addition to a wabi-sabi inspired vignette, it brings understated Japanese character to both modern and traditional spaces.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Showa period, mid-20th century (vintage)
• Material: Solid wood with metal drawer pulls
• Use: Small drawer chest for stationery, craft tools, accessories, or desktop storage
• Features: Five slim drawers; minimalist metal handles; warm two-tone finish; compact ko-dansu form; visible wood grain and gentle patina
• Dimensions: 11 1/2"W x 12"D x 16"H
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor wear and small marks consistent with age and use

A versatile Showa-era tansu that adds authentic Japanese warmth and organization to any corner of your home.

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.