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Welcome to Kirin Antiques Japan

Explore the Elegance of Antique Japanese Art

Rediscover the beauty of simplicity, age, and craftsmanship.

Preserving Japan's Rich Cultural Heritage

Kirin Antiques is a boutique antiquities store located in Tokyo specializing in antique Japanese hanging scrolls. Our collection includes exquisite pieces from various historical periods, each telling a unique story of Japan's art and culture.

Discover a world where time slows and beauty whispers. Our curated collection of authentic Japanese antiques celebrates the refined harmony of craftsmanship, philosophy, and nature — a perfect blend of art and spirit.

Explore museum-quality hanging scrolls (kakejiku), Buddhist paintings, and Zen calligraphy that embody centuries of Japanese culture and contemplative thought. Each piece reveals the timeless dialogue between brush and soul, capturing impermanence and serenity in every stroke.

Adorn your home or tearoom with handcrafted wabi-sabi vases, antique matcha bowls (chawan), and Japanese ceramics born from ancient kilns. Their organic textures and subtle glazes carry the quiet poetry of imperfection,  the essence of Japanese aesthetics that continues to inspire modern interior design.

Whether you are a collector, interior designer, or tea ceremony enthusiast, our pieces invite you to experience authenticity, art that transcends time and connects deeply with the spirit of Japan.

Bring elegance, mindfulness, and history into your space.
Explore our collection and rediscover the beauty of simplicity, age, and craftsmanship.

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Often paired with poetry or Zen calligraphy, sakura represents the fleeting nature of life and is closely tied to Buddhist philosophy. In tea rooms, sakura scrolls are hung during hanami season to celebrate new beginnings

Explore Our Featured Scrolls

Enhance Your Space with Timeless Elegance, Mindfulness, and History. 

Explore our store to discover the beauty and history of Japanese art through our exquisite selection of authentic Japanese masterpieces.

Japanese Buddhism (Zen - Soto, Rinzai, Shingon, Pure Land) Theme

People, Bushi (Samurai) and Noh Theme

Nature and Animals Theme

Collaboration with Interior Designers & Architects 

Our service offers a personalized approach to help architects, interior designer and private s clients to find most exquisite Japanese art for their projects or home.  We take the time to understand your vision and preferences, allowing us to recommend the most suitable hanging scroll that complements your home’s aesthetic. Our expert team is dedicated to advising on the best options, considering our client's life style and requests. With our extensive selection, we guarantee that each piece will enhance your space beautifully. Experience the perfect blend of tradition in the modern space with our curated antique Japanese art.

Individual Clients / Collectors

Interior Designers & Ⅾecorators

Architects

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Interested in Collaboration? 

Kirin Antiques Japan invites you to explore collaboration opportunities with us. We look forward to discussing how can we work together to create something truly extraordinary.

 

Feel free to reach us out in Japanese, English or German language.

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