This is a small traditional Japanese wooden chest (kodansu) crafted in the Kabazaiku (cherry bark work) technique, a renowned folk craft from Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture. Kabazaiku is characterized by the use of polished wild cherry bark, prized for its warm luster, durability, and refined natural patterns. This compact chest features multiple drawers of varying depths, making it ideal for storing small valuables, accessories, or personal items. The drawer fronts are decorated with delicate metal fittings depicting plum blossoms, a classic Japanese motif symbolizing perseverance and elegance. Inside the drawers, red felt lining remains, suggesting it was carefully used and originally intended for precious items. With its rich patina and balanced proportions, this Showa-period piece beautifully represents mid-20th-century Japanese craftsmanship and is well suited for collectors of traditional Japanese crafts or interior decor with a wabi-sabi aesthetic. ⸻ Size Height: 17 cm Width: 21.5 cm Depth: 14.5 cm ⸻ Weight 1300 g / 1.3 kg ⸻ Condition Good vintage condition with visible age-related wear, surface scratches, and natural patina consistent with Showa-era use; no major structural damage observed.