{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-haribako-wooden-sewing-chest-with-yagura-tower-mingei-folk-art","title":"Vintage Japanese Haribako Wooden Sewing Chest with Yagura Tower Mingei Folk Art","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"257\" data-start=\"26\" style=\"text-align: -webkit-center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"54\" data-start=\"26\"\u003eNotice (For U.S. Buyers)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"57\" data-start=\"54\"\u003e\nShipping costs for orders to the United States include customs duties and clearance fees.\u003cbr data-end=\"149\" data-start=\"146\"\u003e\nAs a result, the shipping fee may appear higher, but no additional charges will be required upon delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"397\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"259\" style=\"text-align: -webkit-center;\"\u003eFor orders outside the United States, these fees are not included and may be charged separately depending on each country’s regulations.\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThis is a beautiful and authentic \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"34\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eHaribako\u003c\/b\u003e (traditional Japanese sewing box), complete with its distinctive \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"108\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eYagura\u003c\/b\u003e (tower-style stand). This style of chest was an essential piece of furniture in a Japanese household during the late Meiji to early Showa era, used to store needles, thread, and measuring tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe vertical Yagura tower is a rare and highly sought-after feature. It traditionally holds a pincushion at the top and serves as a stand for measuring rulers, allowing the seamstress to work with precision while seated on a tatami floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003eTraditional Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a multi-drawer configuration with five drawers of varying sizes, perfect for organizing jewelry, stationery, or small craft supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eExquisite Woodwork:\u003c\/b\u003e Crafted from solid wood with a rich, deep grain (reminiscent of Keyaki or similar hardwood), finished in a warm dark brown that highlights its natural beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eYagura Tower:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes the rare vertical stand with a small open-top box designed for a pincushion (Hari-yama) and ruler storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003eAuthentic Hardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Adorned with classic Japanese metal drawer pulls, providing a beautiful contrast to the seasoned wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003eMingei Aesthetic:\u003c\/b\u003e A perfect example of Japanese folk art (Mingei), combining functional utility with timeless, understated elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eSize (Approx.):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003eTotal Height:\u003c\/b\u003e 47.0 cm \/ 18.5 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 22.0 cm \/ 8.7 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 24.0 cm \/ 9.4 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.5 kg \/ 5.5 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good Vintage condition with authentic age-related character. The wood shows a wonderful natural patina and minor surface scuffs from historical use. There is a visible natural age crack in the vertical post, which is common in seasoned wood and does not affect its stability. All drawers open smoothly. Please inspect the high-resolution photos to appreciate the historic texture of this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(33, 43, 54); font-family: georgia, serif; text-align: -webkit-center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ebay.com\/sch\/i.html?_dkr=1\u0026amp;iconV2Request=true\u0026amp;_blrs=recall_filtering\u0026amp;_ssn=koedo-sun-art\u0026amp;store_name=koedosunart\u0026amp;LH_All=1\u0026amp;_oac=1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"koedo-sun-art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47353492930813,"sku":"Merukari 4000 WO562","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/0774\/4253\/files\/57_2b3d2c6b-cfe9-4860-8ead-137cccb3cc6a.jpg?v=1775470549","url":"https:\/\/koedo-sun-art.com\/products\/vintage-japanese-haribako-wooden-sewing-chest-with-yagura-tower-mingei-folk-art","provider":"koedo-sun-art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}