A breathtaking four-tiered stacking box emblazoned with overlapping Imperial Chrysanthemum on the lid, each tier uniquely decorated in gold and mother of pearl enclosed in an old lacquered wooden box titled Jidai Maki-ga Ga-gae Jubako with a label reading Yon-ju Monyo-gae Makiga. The inside of each box is completely covered in clouds of gold dust. The outside shows various natural patterns, with varied techniques in gold and mother of pearl...

Japanese Edo period woodblock print by Kikugawa Eizan (1787-1867) featuring a high ranking courtesan (oiran) in the licensed quarter squatting down to read a letter by the light of a lamp from the series "Eight Views of Events in the Yoshiwara" published by Kawaguchiya Uhei circa 1814-1817. Two barely visible rubbed seals are at the lower left. Signed "Kikugawa Eizan ga" at the lower right. Tipped at the top to a backing bearing the authentication seal of S. M. Shiba of Miyanoshita...

A Kano School Triptych of Fukurokuju, Attributed to Kano Isenin (1775–1828), Ink on Silk Hanging Scrolls. Edo Period.

This elegant triptych depicts Fukurokuju, one of the Seven Gods of Good Fortune, revered as a symbol of longevity, prosperity, and wisdom. Rendered with refined ink work, the composition carries a quiet, auspicious presence...

An unusual and fine three case round gold and silver lacquer inro depicting a pagoda in a fog. The other side is with a pair of birds in flight. 3.5 ” x 0.75” (8.5 x 2 sm).

Japanese kushi (hair comb), an antique piece made of lacquered boxwood. The decoration appears to be applied using maki-e (lacquer decorated with sprinkled gold or silver powder). It features designs of a praying mantis and a flower. 5.35 ” x 1.75” (13.3 x 4.7 sm).

1st edition Japanese shin hanga woodblock print by Hiroshi Yoshida (1876-1950) titled "Yoshikawa" dated Showa 10 (1935). The jizure (self-printed) seal is faintly visible at the upper left margin and can be seen clearly in the enlargement. The artist's black ink signature and red seal is at the lower right. The print is titled in the lower left margin and pencil-signed in the lower right margin. Paper: 10 3/4" x 16" (image: 9 1/2" x 14 5/8"). Very good overall condition with full margins...

Japanese antique tobacco pouch made of gourd and keyaki (elm) wood and decorated with a cricket and the crescent moon on one side. The green enamel cricket sits on a long blade of grass. On the other side of the box is a scene of a butterfly and wild flowers made with lacquer and inlaid with mother of pearl. The top of the box is held on with thin cord which fits through holes in the lid made of bone...

OLD MUKUROJI PRAYER BEADS

Old Japanese prayer beads made from mukuroji (soapberry) seeds, traditionally used as gyōja juzu—practical rosary beads associated with Shugendō ascetic practitioners. Japan, Meiji period to early Shōwa period (late 19th–early 20th century). Total length when fully extended approx. 170+ cm (66.9+ in)...

TANABATA FIGURES

Pair of wooden board festival figures used for Tanabata, the traditional Japanese celebration held on July 7. Japan, Nagano Prefecture, circa 1960s. Approx. 54.5 × 12 cm (21.5 × 4.7 in)...

VINE CUBE

A geometric cube formed from woven organic vine. Japan, Shōwa period (20th century). Each side approx. 46–49 cm (18.1–19.3 in)...

Spectacular Samurai Jingasa Hat with Gilded Crests, Edo Period (17th–18th Century)

An impressive and highly unusual samurai jingasa (war hat), dating to the Edo period, circa 17th–18th century.
The exterior is finished in a deeply textured black lacquer surface, boldly decorated with circular gilded crests, creating a striking contrast and strong visual presence.

The hat remains in good original condition, showing expected abrasions, surface wear, and small losse...

KAMIDANA

Wooden Shinto household altar set including a small amulet from Ise Grand Shrine and a stone, Japan, circa 1970s. Large: approx. 35 × 30 × D 10.5 cm (13.8 × 11.8 × 4.1 in); Small: approx. 9 × 8 × D 3.3 cm (3.5 × 3.1 × 1.3 in). In Japanese custom, a kamidana is ideally placed facing south...

Wisdom embedded in each angle of this ancient celadon sage. Jurojin is one of the seven lucky gods and is modeled after a Taoist Immortal as the god of longevity. Holding the sacred 'Hoju'gem of the void. With original box. Excellent condition. H:38cm x W: 22cm x Depth: 16cm. Ask for shipping quote from CA.

Exceptional, twisted contemporary Bizen vase by Yamamoto Izuru, b.1944. He is the son of Toshu Yamamoto (1906-1994) designated as a Living National Treasure. The apple certainly didn't fall far from the tree. This is a masterpiece. H: 45cm x W:34cm x depth: 26cm. Great condition and very heavy. Ask for shipping quote from CA.

The blade is signed by Ujifusa, a renowned swordsmith active in the 17th century. It is in perfect condition, kept separately in a shirasaya (a type of wooden holster). The tang has numerous holes from repeated remounting. The scabbard is lacquered in dense nashiji of the finest orange. The hilt is made of shakudo inlaid with solid gold Kirimon, not simply gilded as is more common. The Kirimon is the emblem of the Imperial family of Japan; however, the Kirimon on this aikuchi have five petals on...

Lacquered wooden bowl decorated with stylized flowers and fans in various shades of gold powder on a black lacquer background. Red lacquered interior. With its lid, which also serves as a saucer. Good condition, minor signs of wear. Diameter: 123 mm.

Tadpoles scatter in the water like blossoms in the wind on this playful image by Usuda Aro in the original signed wooden box dated the 7th month of 1934 titled Yamazakura (Mountain Cherry). In the poem the artist compares tadpoles after the end of the rainy season to blossom petals scattered in the water. Ink on paper in a fresh green silk border with large bone rollers, the scroll is 38.5 x 203 cm and is in overall fine condition.
Usuda Aro (1879–1951) was a pioneering haiku poet of th...

A bamboo kago basket in the shape of a Rokkaku Tetsuki yorodai (Six-sided handled Brazier carrier) by Wada Waichisai III enclosed in the original signed wooden box. It is 22 x 19.5 x 58 cm (just less than 2 feet tall) and is in excellent condition.
Wada Waichisai I (1851–1901), born Ichimatsu in Osaka, began his career humbly, crafting utilitarian baskets for farmers—a tradition passed down from his father. Initially working under the studio name Chikuunsai. Encouraged by scholars and ...