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Japanese Vintage "Wasurena-bon" (Valet Tray) - Showa Era Retro Novelty Item
[About Wasurena-bon (忘れな盆)]In Japan, "Wasurena-bon" literally translates to "Forget-Me-Not Tray." It is a traditional and highly practical valet tray designed to keep daily essentials organized near the entrance or on a desk. The name carries a warm meaning: "Look at this tray before leaving so you never forget your important items."
Traditionally used to store keys, watches, glasses, wallets, fountain pens, and small daily accessories, it serves as a dedicated space to keep your everyday carry items neat and easily accessible.
[About This Item]This particular piece is an authentic Showa-era (mid-20th century) Japanese vintage item. It was distributed as a special novelty gift by "Tanakaya," a distinguished Kimono (Gofuku) merchant located in Kurume City, Fukuoka, Japan.
It features a glossy black exterior decorated with elegant gold floral chrysanthemums and gold calligraphy on the side. The interior is lined with a rich, soft red velvet-like fabric, making it ideal for protecting delicate items such as jewelry, watches, or fountain pens. It also comes with its original vintage box and original Japanese paper leaflet explaining its clever everyday uses.
[Specifications]- Origin: Japan- Period: Showa Era (Vintage)- Material: Plastic resin (Tray), Fabric lining (Red velvet texture)- Main Tray Dimensions: approx. 27.8 cm W x 18.1 cm D x 4.7 cm H (10.9 in x 7.1 in x 1.8 in)- Outer Box Dimensions: approx. 29.3 cm W x 19.6 cm D x 5.2 cm H (11.5 in x 7.7 in x 2.0 in)- Total Weight: approx. 362 g
[Condition]- Tray: Excellent vintage condition. Free of major scratches, cracks, or significant stains.- Original Box: Shows vintage age wear, including minor tears, fading, discoloration, and storage marks.
[Shipping]- Free International Shipping via Air Packet with tracking number included.- Carefully packaged to ensure safe international delivery.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
[Provenance]Sourced from an antique market in Fukuoka, Japan. Originally created as a promotional gift by Tanakaya, a traditional Kimono merchant in Kurume, Fukuoka during the Showa era.
