“Sakaguchi-san’s work is the most beautiful Japanese woodworking we have ever seen. We lived in Japan for two years and saw many examples of gorgeous woodworking, but none was more lovely than Sakaguchi-san’s unique and meticulous designs. He combines the painstaking skill of a master carpenter with the design sense of an artist. He chooses the perfect wood for each piece, using the grain and color of the wood itself as the only decoration. His work is subtle and sophisticated, relying on perfection of form and technique to bring ageless style to his designs.”

— Steve and Jonelle Patrick, San Francisco

This elegant Japanese tansu dresser (dimensions 59″ w x 39″h x 20″d) is made from solid pepperwood with black walnut inlay and natural lacquer finish.  Drawers and sliding cabinet doors open to fragrant white cedar interiors. The cabinet has an adjustable cedar shelf.  Traditional Japanese tansu drawer pulls (hirukan) and decorative nails are hand-forged iron.  Contact Ki Arts for more information.