Vintage Japanese Jubako Tiered Food Box - 1950s Showa Era (25D-312-1)

Vintage Japanese Jubako Tiered Food Box, Showa Era (SKU 25D-312-1)

Handsome Showa-era jūbako with rich wood-grain lacquer and versatile four-tier stacking design.

This vintage Japanese tiered food box, or jūbako, showcases a deep reddish-brown lacquer that highlights a striking wood-grain pattern across all four tiers and the lid. The exterior’s glossy finish and clean, squared profile give it an understated elegance that works beautifully in both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Inside, each removable layer is finished in classic vermilion lacquer, creating a refined contrast when the box is opened and used for osechi ryori, sushi, or shared appetizers. The tiers can also be divided into two smaller two-tier sets, making this Showa-era piece as practical for modern entertaining as it is collectible as a Japanese lacquerware accent.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Showa period (circa mid-20th century)
• Material: Wood with lacquer finish
• Use: Tiered food box (jūbako) for serving and storing dishes such as osechi or snacks
• Features: Four stacking tiers, removable flat lid, rich wood-grain lacquer, vermilion interior, can be split into two two-tier boxes for flexible serving
• Dimensions: 9"W x 8 1/2" x 12 1/4"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age and use

A refined example of Showa-era Japanese lacquerware, ideal for both functional table use and display.

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.