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KIMONO DANSU (Sendai Dansu)
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206028 -  Yonezawa - Late Meyi era

Kimono dansu are chests used to store kimono and clothing. They originated from craftsmen in the Sendai region, and are often made of zelkova wood with drawers lined in cedar. Kimono-dansu are characterised by one long top drawer, with three slightly smaller drawers underneath. There is usually a lockable door containing two smaller drawers. Kimono dansu are known for their elaborate ironwork - commissioned from former sword makers after the Samurai were disbanded in the Meyi era.