Vintage Japanese Chabitsu Tea Ware Container - 1970s Showa Era (25D-405-4)

Vintage Japanese Tea Ware Container, 1970s, Showa Era (SKU 25D-405-4)

Large round wooden chabako for storing and serving a complete Japanese tea set

This generously sized, lidded wooden container was made to hold a full Japanese tea set, keeping kyūsu teapot, yunomi cups and small utensils together in one elegant form. Turned from solid wood with a warm, honey-brown finish, it has a softly rounded rim and a flat, tray-like lid that reflects the understated aesthetics of mid‑Showa tea ware.

Inside, the smooth cylindrical walls and broad base create a versatile storage and display space, ideal for arranging tea utensils or using as a serving bowl during a casual chanoyu-inspired gathering. Subtle patina, light surface marks and a faint ring on the lid speak to decades of careful use, adding character while preserving the container’s sturdy, functional presence.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Showa period (circa 1970s)
• Material: Solid wood with stained finish
• Use: Chabako-style tea ware container, storage and serving for Japanese tea set
• Features: Large round form with fitted lid, smooth turned interior, warm patinated surface, visible wood grain, traditional Showa-era tea ware design
• Dimensions: 12 1/2" Diameter x 4 1/2"H
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with light wear, small surface scratches and ring marks consistent with age and use

A practical yet atmospheric piece that brings authentic Showa-era tea culture to contemporary interiors.

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.