{"product_id":"early-showa-japanese-cha-tansu-cabinet","title":"EARLY SHOWA JAPANESE CHA-TANSU CABINET","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic early‑Showa Japanese cha‑tansu (c. 1930s–40s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted primarily in sugi (Japanese cedar) with traditional mixed‑timber internal construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal circular hardware and frosted glass panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm, expressive grain with natural patina and age character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunctional layout: sliding doors, upper compartments, twin lower drawers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth operation of all doors and drawers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable structure with light age splits and minor wear consistent with vintage use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact footprint; ideal for entryways, living rooms, studios, Japandi interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotographed in natural light to show true tone and condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 91h x 60w x 29d (cm). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*This cha‑tansu comes from the early‑Showa period, a time when small family workshops across Japan were still crafting cabinetry by hand, using local sugi and mixed timbers chosen for their warmth and practicality. Pieces like this were made for everyday use — storing tea, ceramics, and household essentials — and were built to age gracefully over decades of handling.The soft patina, light splits, and worn hardware are all signs of a cabinet that has lived a long, honest life. Its frosted glass panel and compact proportions reflect the practical design sensibilities of the era, where space was limited and craftsmanship mattered.Today, it carries that quiet history into modern interiors, bringing a sense of calm, authenticity, and lived‑in character that only true vintage timber can offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePick up from our Rowville workshop weekdays between 10am and 4pm or Saturdays by arrangement. Delivery can be arranged at buyer's expense.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*All Vintage Upcycle pieces have lived a life prior and are not in as new condition. Always presume there will be marks and defects with age and use. We will always do our best to display notable damage in our listing description and\/or photographs (where possible), but things are sometimes missed or what might be nothing to us, is something to you. You’re always welcome to inspect prior to purchase at our Rowville workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Upcycle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47283824328879,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1475\/1151\/files\/20260731_143015.jpg?v=1785473339","url":"https:\/\/www.vintageupcycle.com.au\/products\/early-showa-japanese-cha-tansu-cabinet","provider":"Vintage Upcycle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}