Vintage Japanese Hikidashi, Kabazaiku Cherry Bark Veneer, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0697-1

Vintage Japanese Hikidashi, Kabazaiku Cherry Bark Veneer, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0697-1

A compact vintage Japanese hikidashi finished in richly patterned kabazaiku cherry bark veneer, combining practical tabletop storage with the warm luster of traditional bark work.

This small Japanese hikidashi is a rectangular tabletop storage piece with two pull-out compartments, sized for keeping personal effects, stationery, sewing tools, or other small household items neatly organized. The exterior is covered in glossy cherry bark veneer with the distinctive elongated natural markings associated with kabazaiku work, giving the surface a deep amber-brown tone and lively organic texture. Darker banding frames the front edges and base, while the fronts are fitted with decorative metal bail pulls that add a subtle ornamental accent. Inside, the compartments are left in pale wood, offering a clean contrast to the polished exterior.

Its modest scale makes it easy to place on a desk, shelf, or dresser, where it can serve as a handsome organizer without taking up much space. The bark-clad surface brings natural warmth to interiors ranging from traditional Japanese-inspired rooms to quieter modern spaces. Equally useful for correspondence, accessories, craft supplies, or keepsakes, this hikidashi offers everyday function in a compact vintage form.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Wood with kabazaiku cherry bark veneer exterior; pale wood interior compartments; metal bail pulls
• Use: Tabletop hikidashi for organizing small personal or household items
• Modern Use: Desk organizer, accessory storage, sewing supply keeper, or dresser-top keepsake holder
• Features: Two pull-out compartments; glossy cherry bark veneer across top, sides, and fronts; contrasting darker edge banding; decorative metal bail pulls; compact rectangular form
• Dimensions: 12"W x 8 1/2"D x 8"H
• Condition: Excellent

A beautifully scaled piece of vintage Japanese craftsmanship, offering tactile natural surface, practical function, and understated presence for everyday use.

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 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.