DASING Japan Art Warehouse currently has 186 pieces online, including tea ceremony utensils, Ko-Imari porcelain, maki-e lacquer and metalwork from the Edo to Shōwa periods. Each comes with its history and a record of its craftsmanship, awaiting the discerning collector.
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A hand-woven rattan pillow of the old style with a strongly Japanese character, a fine example of a traditional Japanese household object. Handmade from natural rattan, it is both practical and of cultural value. Its light construction and natural texture show the simple beauty of traditional craft, making it suitable for home decoration or a personal collection.
The Shigaraki ware tanuki (raccoon dog) figure is a classic of traditional Japanese pottery. Shigaraki ware comes from Shiga Prefecture, Japan, with a pottery-making history of more than a thousand years. In Japanese culture the tanuki symbolises good luck, prosperity and cheer, and is often placed at the entrances of shops, restaurants and homes to bring thriving business and family happiness.
A Shōwa-period SS Pharmaceutical sign from the classic era of the Japanese pharmaceutical industry, with strong Shōwa-era character. It is a three-dimensional advertising figure in the form of a rabbit, playful and highly recognisable in design, reflecting the importance the pharmaceutical industry then placed on creativity and consumer appeal. Placed in pharmacies and shops, it served mainly to attract customers and convey the brand's values.
A Japanese ceramic Hannya mask wall hanging, a fine piece of craft that brings together traditional art and cultural symbolism. The mask is made of gold-coloured ceramic with a brilliant sheen, symbolising mystery and dignity and conveying the distinctive appeal of Noh theatre. With its characteristic two horns and fearsome expression, the Hannya mask symbolises jealousy, rage and supernatural power, and is much sought after by collectors and art lovers.
An antique doll from Japan (antique doll, antikku dōru), with a porcelain face and glass eyes that give it a lifelike expression, as if it could communicate with you. The doll is slender and richly dressed, strongly evoking the European Victorian era. It is finely made, using high-quality fabrics and delicate sewing, reflecting the value of an antique doll.
The 19th-century soda syphon was an essential item for the aristocracy and fine restaurants of its day, used to make sparkling soda water. The bottle is made of thick glass encased in a metal mesh, which adds a vintage industrial look and also protects the bottle from bursting under excess pressure. The neck and nozzle are made of metal, with a finely engineered mechanism that shows the excellent craftsmanship of industrial design of the time.
A Japanese cast-iron incense burner in the form of a horse, with a simple yet elegant design of both collecting and practical value. In Japanese culture the horse is a symbol of strength, loyalty and good fortune, often seen at temples, in old houses and as feng shui ornaments, carrying meanings of blessing and protection of the home. The burner is handmade from high-quality cast iron, heavy and solid in the hand. Over the years it has developed a distinctive, naturally oxidised mottled texture that conveys a sense of history and time. Unlike modern reproductions, its aged character is the genuine mark of the years, adding to the charm of an old piece.
Ceramic lion figures made by the Yonago-yaki workshop in Vietnam, with distinctive forms and bold colours in a strongly Southeast Asian traditional craft style. Hand-fired and finished in vivid red, blue and gold, they have striking visual impact and suit home decoration, feng shui display or collecting. The pair take the traditional form of guardian beasts, carrying symbolic meanings of dignity and good fortune. Their exaggerated facial expressions, curling manes and powerful limbs all reflect the ingenuity of the craftsman and a distinctive sculptural artistry.
A Japanese ceramic 'Mouse Figure by Shirō', fired using traditional Japanese pottery techniques, with a distinctive form that shows the craftsman's accomplished handwork. The mouse wears a green-glazed kimono and holds a rolled cloth, in a finely rendered anthropomorphic pose full of narrative and artistic charm. In Japanese culture the mouse symbolises prosperity, wisdom and wealth, and represents the year of the Rat (ne) in the Chinese zodiac, making it suitable as a good-luck ornament or collector's piece. Its glaze flows naturally, conveying the texture and character of hand-fired pottery. Whether displayed at home, in a study or as an accent in a commercial space, it brings a distinctive Japanese atmosphere.
A small jewelry cabinet made in Kobe in 1952, crafted in STERLING SILVER. The double-door body is finely engraved with flowers and foliage, and the doors, hinges and clasps show layers of classical metalwork. Over the years the silver has naturally oxidized into varied tones and signs of use, making the delicate engraving stand out more vividly in light and shadow.
Wearing an ornate jeweled crown, draped in celestial robes and necklaces, the figure sits in the "royal ease" posture, one leg raised and the other hanging naturally, capturing the graceful, relaxed pose of Water-Moon Guanyin. The face is lowered with a calm expression, and the bronze-toned finish is naturally deep and steady — well suited to a tea room, study or quiet space.
Every piece has weathered centuries. We bring an exacting, professional approach to antique art to every handover and delivery.
We keep searching all over Japan for antiques and vintage pieces with character — ceramics, tea ceremony utensils, vases, wood carvings, furniture and Shōwa-era goods — and bring them across the sea to DASING.
Items are photographed as they are, showing color, texture, detail and actual appearance as closely as possible, so buying online comes closer to seeing them in person.
Antiques often show wear, oxidation, kiln flaws, repairs or other signs of age. We show these as fully as we can in photos and item descriptions, so you can understand each piece before deciding to buy.
