Japanese Kitchen Tansu

Japanese kitchen tansu or mizuya dansu were traditionally used to store kitchen utensils, food, tea wares and supplies. Kitchen tansu are perhaps the most varied and versatile of all Japanese furniture. They typically feature drawers of all sizes and shapes as well as multiple cabinets, frequently with different designs on each. Japanese kitchen tansu or mizuya also combine some of the most prized types of wood from Japan, including keyaki (zelcova), cypress, cedar, persimmon and chestnut.

In addition, because kitchen tansu almost always come in two sections, they can be displayed in a number of different ways, such as side-by-side or with the top section mounted on the wall above the bottom to provide a sideboard or buffet option. Today, Japanese kitchen tansu make a striking statement in any room of the modern home.

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Japanese Kitchen Chest, Mizuya Tansu - TC9J255

Our Price: $3,295.00

Beautiful and substantial Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Gorgeous combination of lovely cedar and sturdy cypress. Elegant, eye-catching construction offers huge storage space in large cabinet above, smaller one below along with varied drawers for additional storage options. Warabite form drawer pulls. A rare and dramatic example of superb Japanese tansu craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 61” high, 61” wide, 16.25” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Cypress Mizuya - TJ9JU17

Our Price: $2,995.00
Sale Price: $2,795.00

Beautiful Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Lovely varied design. Wonderful combination of finely grained cedar and cypress woods. Configuration offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards housed by sliding paneled doors. Multiple drawers offer additional storage options. Distinctive ring-style drawer pulls. A lovely work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and a beautiful example of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 67.75” high, 47.25” wide, 19.5” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Keyaki Accents - TJ9MY81

Our Price: $4,495.00
Sale Price: $3,995.00

Striking Japanese mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Fabulous varied design. Warm, golden cypress wood frame with rich, red keyaki (zelkova) wood drawers and panels. Eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards and multiple drawers. A lovely work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and a fine example of traditional charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 67” high, 65” wide, 18” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Shiga Style Mizuya

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Shiga Style Mizuya - TC9J434

Our Price: $4,795.00

Impressive Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu in Shiga style, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Beautiful combination of lovely cedar, sturdy cypress and richly grained keyaki (zelkova) woods. Elegant, eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards housed by several sets of sliding paneled doors. Multiple and varied drawers offer additional storage options. Ring form drawer pulls. A dramatic example of superb Japanese tansu craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 67” high, 68.5” wide, 19.25” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Extra-Large Mizuya

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Extra-Large Mizuya - TG9MY825

Our Price: $5,995.00

Formidable, contemporary Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Beautiful and sturdy elm wood. Elegant, eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards housed by several sets of sliding paneled doors. Great for use as home entertainment center with room for tv, stereo, cds, dvds and more! Very good condition. Dimensions: 69” high, 92.5” wide, 19” deep.

Japanese Extra-Large Kitchen Tansu or Mizuya

Japanese Extra-Large Kitchen Tansu or Mizuya - TG9MY826

Our Price: $7,995.00

Large, magnificent, contemporary Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Finely crafted of reclaimed elm. Elegant, eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards housed by several sets of sliding paneled doors. Multiple and varied drawers offer additional storage options. A dramatic example of superb Japanese tansu style. Very good condition. Dimensions: 74” high, 104” wide, 21” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Haicho Food Cabinet Tansu

Japanese Kitchen Haicho Food Cabinet Tansu - TC9MY812

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Our Price: $495.00

Charming Japanese haicho food cabinet, early 20th century. Traditionally used to store kitchen foodstuffs, utensils and supplies. Japanese tamo wood. Abundant storage space in paper-lined cupboard housed by hinged door. A subtle work of traditional Japanese tansu craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 34” high, 19.5” wide, 17” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Haicho Food Cabinet

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Haicho Food Cabinet - TC9MY813

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Our Price: $395.00

Sweet Japanese haicho food cabinet, early 20th century. Traditionally used to store kitchen foodstuffs, utensils and supplies. Japanese tamo wood. Abundant storage space in paper-lined cupboard housed by sliding panels. A subtle work of traditional Japanese tansu craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 16.5” high, 24” wide, 11.5” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Food Cabinet Tansu, Haicho

Japanese Kitchen Food Cabinet Tansu, Haicho - TC9MY822

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Our Price: $395.00

Captivating Japanese haicho food cabinet, early 20th century. Traditionally used to store kitchen foodstuffs, utensils and supplies. Japanese cedar wood. Abundant storage space in paper-lined cupboard housed by hinged door. A subtle work of traditional Japanese tansu craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: Very good condition. Dimensions: 27.5” high, 15” square.

Japanese Mizuya Kitchen Tansu, Cypress & Cedar

Japanese Mizuya Kitchen Tansu, Cypress and Cedar - TC9A461

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Our Price: $2,995.00

Fine Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Wonderful varied design. Warm, golden cypress and cedar woods. Elegant construction offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards housed by sliding paneled doors of paper and wood. Lovely warabite-style metalwork, named for the warabi, a Japanese mountain fern, as they follow the same curving arc found in nature. A truly elegant work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and a lovely example of traditional charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 57.75” high, 56.5” x 16”.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Two-Piece Mizuya Dansu - TC9A465

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Our Price: $2,195.00

Subtle Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Wonderful varied design. Warm, golden cypress and cedar woods. Elegant construction offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards housed by sliding paneled doors. Lovely warabite-style metalwork, named for the warabi, a Japanese mountain fern, as they follow the same curving arc found in nature. A truly sublime work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and a lovely example of traditional charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 55” high, 38” wide, 16” deep.

Japanese Mizuya Dansu, Kitchen Tansu - TC9A4623

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Our Price: $1,995.00

Stunning Japanese mizuya kitchen tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Fashioned of cypress, cedar and richly grained keyaki (zelkova) wood. Glass panels slide open to reveal ample storage space at center, while two other cabinets offer further options. Multiple drawers provide additional storage. Very good condition. Dimensions: 57.25” high, 35” wide, 16” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Mizuya with Persimmon - TC9A4628

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Our Price: $2,595.00

Elegant Japanese mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Fabulous varied design. Warm, golden cypress wood construction with persimmon wood accents. Eye-catching composition offers abundant storage space in paneled cabinets and drawers. Fine ring-shaped metalwork. A truly striking work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and a lovely example of traditional charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 65” high, 46.5” wide, 16” deep.

Japanese Mizuya Kitchen Tansu - TC9A4630

Our Price: $3,295.00

Rustic Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Wonderful varied design. Warm, golden cypress and cedar woods. Elegant construction offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards housed by sliding paneled doors. Lovely warabite-style metalwork, named for the warabi, a Japanese mountain fern, as they follow the same curving arc found in nature. A beautiful work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and fine example of traditional charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 65” high, 69.5” wide, 17” deep.

Japanese Two-Piece Mizuya Kitchen Tansu - TC9A4636

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Our Price: $2,495.00

Charming Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Warm, golden cedar and sturdy cypress woods. Elegant, eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards housed by several sets of sliding and hinged doors. Multiple and varied drawers offer additional storage options. Lovely mokko-style metalwork. A subtle example of superb Japanese tansu craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 69.5” high, 50.5” wide, 19” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Persimmon Accents

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Persimmon Accents - TJ13E14

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Our Price: $2,995.00
Sale Price: $2,696.00

Stunning Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Lovely varied design. Wonderful combination of cedar and cypress woods with great graining in persimmon wood accents for dramatic touch. Configuration offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards housed by sliding paneled doors. Multiple drawers offer additional storage options. Distinctive ring handles. A truly stunning work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and a lovely example of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 63” high, 46.5” wide, 17” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Glass Mizuya Dansu

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Glass Mizuya Dansu - TJ9F93

Our Price: $1,295.00
Sale Price: $895.00

Fine Japanese mizuya kitchen tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Fashioned entirely of richly grained keyaki (zelkova) wood. Glass panels slide open to reveal ample storage space. Pair of drawers below provide further options. Very good condition. Dimensions: 36" high, 38" wide, 21" deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Mizuya Persimmon

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Mizuya with Persimmon Wood - TJ9F96

Our Price: $1,695.00
Sale Price: $1,495.00

Stunning Japanese mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Fabulous varied design. Warm, golden cypress wood construction with persimmon wood accents. Elegant, eye-catching composition offers abundant storage space in paneled cabinets and drawers. Fine ring-shaped metalwork. A truly striking work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and a lovely example of traditional charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 35” high, 46.5” wide, 17” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Half Mizuya Dansu

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Half Mizuya Dansu - TJ9F99

Our Price: $1,495.00
Sale Price: $1,295.00

Wonderful Japanese mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Fine combination of cedar and cypress woods. Abundant storage space in large cupboard housed by sliding panels. A lovely example of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 28” high, 46.5” wide, 17” deep.

Japanese Mizuya Kitchen Tansu - TC9J288

Our Price: $3,995.00

Gorgeous Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Rich dark finish on a combination of lovely cedar, sturdy cypress and richly grained keyaki (zelkova) woods. Elegant, eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards housed by several sets of sliding paneled doors. Multiple and varied drawers offer additional storage options. Lovely ring and warabite form drawer pulls. A dramatic example of superb Japanese tansu craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 67” high, 62” wide, 17.25” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Half-Mizuya - TJ14E14A

Our Price: $1,795.00
Sale Price: $1,595.00

Elegant Japanese half mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Fabulous varied design. Warm, golden cypress wood frame with stunning keyaki (zelkova) wood drawers and panels. Eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space in large and smaller cupboards and multiple drawers. A lovely work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and a fine example of traditional charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 36.5” high, 42” wide, 18” deep.

Japanese Glass Display Tansu, Two-Section Mizuya

Japanese Glass Display Tansu, Two-Section Mizuya - TJ13E16

Our Price: $1,995.00
Sale Price: $1,796.00

Inviting Japanese two-section mizuya-dansu or kitchen chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Fabulous varied design. Warm, golden cypress wood construction with large glass display areas. Elegant, eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space in countless drawers. Fine handforged metalwork adds an appealing accent. A truly striking work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and a lovely example of traditional charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 71.5” high, 48.5” wide, 18.25” deep.

Japanese Glass Display Kitchen Tansu - TJ14F14

Our Price: $1,895.00
Sale Price: $1,706.00

Rare one-piece Japanese glass kitchen chest display tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Fabulous varied design. Warm, golden cypress wood construction with large glass display area. Elegant, eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space in countless drawers. Elegant handforged metalwork adds an appealing accent. A truly striking work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and a lovely example of traditional charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 67.25” high, 34” wide, 18.5” deep.

Japanese Kitchen Tansu or Getabako Shoe Chest

Japanese Kitchen Tansu or Getabako Shoe Chest - TJ13F2

Our Price: $1,295.00
Sale Price: $1,166.00

Exceptional Japanese mizuya kitchen or getabako shoe tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Original use was likely as a kitchen tansu for storage of kitchen utensils and supplies, but would also make a great shoe chest, traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. Fashioned entirely of richly grained cedar and sturdy cypress woods. Panels above and below slide open reveal ample storage space and drawers below provide further options. Very good condition. Dimensions: 42” high, 33” wide, 18” deep.

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