Vintage Japanese Tomobako Wooden Tea Ceremony Box

Authentic vintage Japanese tomobako — traditional wooden storage box used in Japanese tea ceremony (Chanoyu). These boxes were originally made to house tea bowls (chawan), tea containers (natsume), vases (hanaire), or other tea ceremony utensils.

This box is crafted from natural wood and features:

• Original fabric tying ribbon (himo)

• Handwritten Japanese calligraphy label, likely indicating the tea utensil type or style

• Traditional minimalist construction typical of mid-20th century Japanese tea culture

Even when empty, tomobako boxes are highly collectible and valued by tea ceremony practitioners, collectors of Japanese antiques, and wabi-sabi decor enthusiasts.

📏 Approximate Size:

Please refer to photos with measuring tape for exact dimensions.

🧵 Material:

• Wood (likely kiri / paulownia)

• Fabric ribbon tie

📌 Condition:

Good vintage condition consistent with age.

Shows natural wear, surface marks, and patina from use and storage, which add to its authenticity and character.

No cracks or structural damage observed.

Please review all photos carefully.

🎎 Perfect For:

• Japanese tea ceremony collectors

• Display or storage for tea bowls or utensils

• Wabi-sabi / Japandi decor

• Asian antiques & cultural artifacts collectors

📦 Box only — no tea bowl or contents included.

Carefully packed and shipped with protection.