The ‘Mizuya Dansu (水屋箪笥)’ is a traditional Japanese kitchen chest or cupboard specifically designed for storing and organising kitchen utensils, dishes, and other culinary items used in the preparation of meals and the serving of food. “Mizuya” translates to “water room” or “kitchen” in Japanese, indicating its primary function within the household.
As a fixture in the mizuya, or kitchen, the Mizuya Dansu holds symbolic significance in Japanese culture. It represents tradition, hospitality, and the importance of food and culinary practices in Japanese society.
Dimensions: Hight 93cm, Width 94cm, Depth 41cm
Period: Meiji (1868-1912) / Taisho (1912-1926)
Material: Zelkova serrata/Cryptomeria japonica