Vintage Japanese Tanuki Statue (SKU: 25D-425-1) -

Vintage Japanese Tanuki Statue - 2000s Heisei Era (25D-425-1)

SKU:
25D-425-1
$180.00
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Vintage Japanese Tanuki Statue (SKU 25D-425-1)

Charming Heisei-era ceramic couple tanuki for good fortune and hospitality

This vintage Japanese tanuki statue depicts an affectionate male and female pair standing side by side beneath a wide straw kasa hat. Glazed in warm browns and creamy whites with soft green accents, the figures display the classic plump bellies and bright, rounded eyes associated with Shigaraki-style tanuki, symbols of prosperity, cheerfulness, and protection for the home or shop entrance.

The female tanuki wears a red bow and holds a leaf, while the male carries a sake flask and ledger-style tokkuri, traditional attributes that represent joy, generosity, and trustworthy dealings. Crafted in the late Showa to early Heisei period, this ceramic ornament makes an inviting focal point on a genkan shoe cabinet, kamidana shelf, or as a playful accent within a curated collection of Japanese folk art.

  • Origin: Japan, likely Shigaraki ware region
  • Era: Late Showa–Heisei era (20th century)
  • Material: Glazed ceramic
  • Use: Folk art ornament for genkan, interior display, or shopfront good-luck statue
  • Features: Double tanuki couple with straw hat, sake flask, leaf, and red bow; warm mottled glaze; expressive hand-modeled details typical of vintage Japanese tanuki statues
  • Dimensions: --
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear to glaze only

A delightful, auspicious piece that brings a touch of Japanese whimsy and welcome wherever it is displayed.

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.

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.