Vintage Japanese Cha Tansu Tea Chest, Mid Showa (1946-1965) | SKU: 26J-C030

Vintage Japanese Cha Tansu Tea Chest, Mid Showa (1946-1965) | SKU: 26J-C030

A compact Japanese tea chest with textured glass sliding doors, an upper sliding compartment, open shelving, and lower drawers in a warm dark wood tone.

This vintage Japanese cha tansu dates to the Mid Showa period (1946-1965) and offers the balanced, practical layout associated with tea-storage cabinetry. The case is arranged with a small upper sliding-door compartment at left, an open shelf at upper right, a pair of central sliding doors fitted with textured glass panels, and a lower bank of drawers with simple metal pulls. Inside, the open section includes a small shelf, creating useful space for organizing tea wares, cups, or other household items. The overall form is compact and upright, with a flat top, clean rectilinear lines, and a recessed base that gives the chest a steady, grounded presence.

In today's home, this cha tansu works beautifully as a small display-and-storage cabinet in a dining area, kitchen corner, living room, or entryway. The textured glass softens the view of contents while still adding visual depth, and the combination of shelves and drawers makes it especially versatile for ceramics, linens, stationery, or curated everyday objects. Its dark wood surface and understated hardware pair naturally with Japandi, wabi-sabi, and mid-century inspired interiors.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Keyaki wood, textured glass sliding panels, and metal drawer pulls
• Use: Cha tansu (tea chest) for organizing tea utensils and household items
• Modern Use: Compact display cabinet, dining room storage, entryway organizer, or living room accent chest
• Features: One-section upright form; upper small sliding door compartment; upper open shelf; central textured glass sliding doors; interior shelf in the open section; lower drawers with metal pulls; flat top; recessed base
• Dimensions: 33 1/2"W x 14 1/2"D x 41 1/2"H
• Condition: Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear

A handsome vintage Japanese tea chest that brings practical storage, subtle texture, and quiet character to everyday 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 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.