Vintage Japanese Wooden Pagoda Ornament - 1970s Showa Era (25D-256-2)

Vintage Japanese Pagoda Ornament, Wood (SKU 25D-256-2)

Showa-era pagoda-style wooden ornament with delicate bells and kumiko latticework

This vintage Japanese wooden ornament is crafted in the form of a multi-tiered pagoda, echoing the elegant silhouette of traditional temple tō. Richly stained timber roofs cascade upward in five levels, each gently curved and finished with small suspended bells that add a subtle sense of movement and sound. The structure rests on a solid square base with turned corner posts, giving the piece a grounded, architectural presence suitable for an alcove, sideboard, or desk display.

At the lower level, finely worked kumiko-style lattice panels and circular window cut-outs hint at interior light, recalling classic wooden lanterns and shrine buildings of the Showa era. The warm reddish-brown grain, contrasting dark accents, and carefully stepped finial at the top showcase mid-20th-century Japanese craftsmanship, making this an ideal accent for a wabi-sabi, vintage Japanese, or eclectic interior.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Showa period (vintage)
• Material: Stained hardwood with small metal bells
• Use: Decorative pagoda ornament for shelf, tokonoma, or desk display
• Features: Five-tier pagoda form; gently curved temple-style roofs; hanging bells on each level; kumiko-inspired lattice panel; circular window cut-outs; raised wooden base with turned posts; warm vintage patina
• Dimensions: 6 3/4"W x 6 3/4"D x 17"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age

A characterful Showa-era piece that brings the quiet presence of a Japanese temple pagoda into your 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 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.