Vintage Japanese Hammered Tin Chazutsu Tea Caddy, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0205-5

Vintage Japanese Hammered Tin Chazutsu Tea Caddy, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0205-5

A handcrafted hammered tin tea caddy with double-lid construction -- a quiet icon of mid-century Japanese craft.

A chazutsu is a traditional Japanese tea caddy used to store loose-leaf tea, keeping it protected from light, moisture, and air. This vintage example is crafted from hammered tin, its exterior covered in an all-over dimple texture worked by hand -- a hallmark of Japanese metalwork from the mid-Showa period. The warm reddish-brown patina that has developed over decades deepens the visual character of the piece, giving it the quietly aged beauty prized in the wabi-sabi aesthetic. The interior of the outer shell reveals its own hammered tin surface, confirming the care taken in its construction as a piece of handcrafted Japanese craft rather than a simple pressed-metal container.

Today this compact chazutsu works beautifully beyond the tea pantry. Its slim cylindrical form makes it a natural desk organizer for small items like paper clips, rings, or cotton swabs -- or a charming kitchen canister for loose tea, spices, or coffee. Displayed on a windowsill, open shelf, or nightstand, the aged tin surface brings warmth and texture to minimalist decor and Japandi-style interiors alike. Its petite scale also makes it a unique gift for collectors, tea enthusiasts, or anyone drawn to the quiet elegance of vintage Japanese craft.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Hammered tin exterior with hammered tin inner body; fitted inner lid in a silver-toned metal with small brass-toned knob
• Use: Storing loose-leaf tea; keeping contents protected from light and moisture
• Modern Use: Desk organizer for small items; kitchen canister for tea or spices; decorative accent for living room or bedroom shelving
• Features: All-over hand-hammered dimple texture on exterior and inner body; two-part construction with slip-on outer cap and separate fitted inner lid with knob; rich aged patina throughout
• Dimensions: 1 1/2"Diameter x 4 1/2"H
• Condition: Good -- surface oxidation and patina consistent with age; no dents or structural damage

A beautifully aged piece of vintage Japanese craft that brings warmth, texture, and quiet history to any modern 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 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.