Iwayado Tansu large karakuri tansu with wheels/からくりタンス車付（大）

The car-equipped Paulownia chest, or "karakuri tansu," has been valued since the Edo period for its ability to safely transport important belongings during fires. Today, it is popular as an interior decor item due to its beautiful design and convenience of mobility. This chest features three hidden mechanisms: the "air pressure" mechanism, which reveals compartments when drawers are moved; the "hidden box" at the back of a drawer; and the "rear pull" for accessing from behind. It is made of rosewood, a type of red wood believed to ward off evil spirits.

A "karakuri tansu" is a traditional Japanese chest of drawers with hidden mechanisms. Popular in the Edo period, it was designed for storage and security, featuring secret compartments revealed by moving drawers or specific actions. These clever designs add an element of fun and surprise to everyday use.

Features of Iwayado Tansu 

1. Fusion of Tradition and Modernity 
Each type of Iwayado Tansu combines traditional design with practical storage for today’s needs, making it a perfect fit for modern living. 

2. Handcrafted Metal Decorations by Skilled Artisans 
The carefully crafted metal decorations, created by skilled artisans, bring out unique beauty and elegance, elevating Iwayado Tansu to the level of a true work of art. 

3. Sturdy Construction and Long-Lasting Quality
 Made with durable wood, Iwayado Tansu chests are built to be used across generations, offering enduring quality for long-term enjoyment. 

4. A Symbol of Japanese History and Culture 
Iwayado Tansu continues the traditional craftsmanship of Japan dating back to the Edo period, allowing users to experience the richness of Japanese culture and history through its use. 

< limited color: rosewood>　

■Size(mm): W780/D440/H820 (Body: W740/D400/H670, Platform: W780/D440/H150)
■Weight: 39.8 kg (Body: 34.4 kg, Platform: 5.4 kg)
■Materials: paulownia, zelkova, iron
■It is handmade by craftsmen.
■It has a special lock for the drawer.
■Lacquered to the back
■please find the below Precautions for handling.
■Due to the handmade by craftsman nature of our products, the actual texture, size,etc. may differ from those shown in the photos and descriptions.
■All Iwayado Tansu are made to order.
■These are built-to-order products, so it takes about 3~5 months from order to delivery.

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What is Iwayado Tansu?「岩谷堂箪笥」とは...

江戸時代から伝わるからくり箪笥は、火災時に大切なものを安全に運ぶために重宝されました。現在では、美しいデザインと移動の便利さからインテリアとして人気があります。この箪笥には、引き出しを動かす風圧で現れる「風圧式」、奥に隠された「奥に小箱」、引き出しの裏側から引き出せる「裏引き」の3つの隠し機能があります。邪気を払う色とされる「赤」のローズウッドが使われています。

＜セレンデュースクラフツ限定色：ローズウッド＞　

■サイズ(mm)：W780/D440/H820
■本体：W740/D400/H670、車台：W780/D440/H150
■重量：39.8kg（本体：34.4kg、車台：5.4kg）
■素材：桐、欅、鉄
■職人による手作でつくられています。
■引き出し専用の鍵付き。
■裏面も漆塗で仕上げられています。
■商品は職人による手作りのため、風合いやサイズなどが写真や表記と異なることがございます。
■岩谷堂箪笥は全て、受注生産となります。
■商品発送については、受注生産のためご購入いただいてから３～５か月後のお届けになります。

Precautions for handling

■This product is coated with natural urushi lacquer and may cause a rash to those that are allergic.
■Urushi lacquer has a property which makes it become transparent over many years, so as times passes, the color of the drawers will fade.
■The fittings that are on the drawers may cause injury if bumped into.
■As the fittings are made of metal, they may rust. If this occurs, you can apply a small amount of plant-based oil such as vegetable oil or camellia oil and wipe with a soft cloth. By doing so you can prevent the metal fittings from rusting and add a bit of luster to them.
■The paulownia wood that is used for the drawers may expand based on changes in the humidity and climate and may make the drawers a little tight to pull out.
■If you place the drawers in direct sunlight, or near an air conditioner, or near a stove, the light, heat, or wind may cause deformation or discoloration.
■When cleaning the drawers, please use a dry soft cloth. If there is any moisture on the drawers, please wipe the drawers as soon as possible.
■Do not wipe the drawers with any chemical wipes, silicone, and so on.
■Do not use any tape, such as cellophane tape and so on the drawers. If you use tape on the drawers, then it may damage the coating when you remove the tape.

取り扱い上の注意点

■本製品は本漆で塗装してあるので、漆にかぶれることがあります。
■漆は年月が経つに従って透けてくる特性がありますので色合いが薄くなっていきます。
■意匠上金具が付いているのでぶつかるとケガをすることがあります。
■金具が錆びる恐れがあります。その場合は椿油等（植物性の油）を表面に少量塗り柔らかい
布で拭いてください。金具の錆止めや、ツヤだしにもなります
■抽出に使用している桐材は湿度の変化や気候の移り変わりにより膨らみ抽出がきつくなることがあります。
■直射日光に当てたりストーブやエアコンのそばに置くと光や熱、エアコンの風によって変形したり変色したりすることがあります。
■お手入れは乾いた柔らかい布で拭いてください。水気はできるだけ早く拭き取ってください。
■学雑巾、シリコン等では拭かないでください。
■セロハンテープなどの粘着テープを貼付しないでください。剥がす時、塗膜面を傷つけることがあります。