Showa Era Japanese Yakisugi Cedar Drawer Chest with Iron Fittings This is a traditional Japanese chest of drawers made of yakisugi (charred cedar), a time-honored technique that enhances the wood’s durability while highlighting its natural grain. The piece features three drawers fitted with iron hardware, giving it a rustic yet refined appearance characteristic of Japanese folk furniture. The warm texture of the cedar contrasts beautifully with the red-lined interior of the drawers, a detail often seen in storage chests from the Showa period. Its compact size makes it ideal for storing small valuables, accessories, or stationery, while also serving as a distinctive decorative object. This chest reflects the aesthetics of mid-20th-century Japan, where practicality and understated beauty were carefully balanced in everyday household items. ⸻ Size Height: 23 cm Width: 23.5 cm Depth: 19 cm ⸻ Weight 1420 g / 1.42 kg ⸻ Condition The overall condition is good with signs of age and use consistent with its period. There is visible staining inside the third drawer, as shown in the photos.