Japanese Coffee Table

215 Ideas by Caroline Patterson

No living room is complete without a table, and a Japanese coffee table will give your space an elegant and refined feel. Usually designed to be lower than a regular coffee table so you can eat whilst sitting on the floor, Asian coffee tables are simple yet chic. The majority are made of wood for a hint of traditional culture, but that doesn’t mean they all have the same shape, and we’ve selected a few of the best down below.

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Ming Style Rosewood Coffee Table with Glass, 40in x 20in - Natural

It is a hand crafted coffee table with glass top, Ming style, rosewood construction and beautiful details. Everyone will be impressed how fantastic it looks in your living room area.

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Japanese Coffee Table

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Single classic furniture from China will become an interesting accent of modern design - this Asian coffee table combines a unique black, painted in Chinese patterns in a shade of fiery orange base along with a glass top.

Low table japanese style

This Henredon coffee table is a great example of Japanese crafting. Solid, oriental wood and great finishing results in its marvelous condition, despite the passing time.

Oriental Furniture Asian Furniture and Decor 32-Inch Black Lacquer Mother of Pearl Round Coffee Table with Stools

This is a very original coffee table that introduces a 19th century style into the living room. It features a round top and the whole construction has got a neutral black lacquer finish that looks very nice.

Ming Style Rectangular Coffee Table, 55in x 45in - Walnut

It is a rectangular coffee table that has got a walnut finish, elegant and simple design. It fits perfectly to any style and décor in your living room area. It is perfect for your everyday coffee with family.

Ming Style Rosewood Coffee Table, 40in x 30in - Natural

This coffee table adds oriental style, elegance and beauty to your living room. It has got a rosewood construction, that is very solid and natural finish, that fits to any style and décor.

1960s coffee table

Teak Opium coffee table. Always wanted one of those. Imagine it on a nice fluffy rug, with a shitload of pillows around it (no couch, that would look awful). ~ $260

Japanese Coffee Table

Buying Guide

The short and flat look of Asian coffee tables is particularly appealing to many people, and can easily fit into many rooms while providing a practical piece of furniture. If you've seen an Asian coffee table and would be interested in buying one for your home, there are some things you should consider in advance. Firstly, look at the different styles and designs which are out there to see which one would be the most suitable for you. Let's look in some further detail at what you could find.

Rounded black Asian table

A style of table which almost looks like it originated in Japan, it is coated in black lacquer and carries with it a very traditional and vintage look. The circular shape softens the appearance and tones down the dark black color. Similarly, there may be gold or silver detail painted onto the table top which helps to tone and contrast with the already dark item. The detailed wooden legs are sturdy, and there are two smaller matching tables which will fit neatly underneath the main larger one.

Rectangular walnut coffee table

This Asian coffee table is a simple design with a beautiful walnut finish. It is fairly low and so not suitable for sitting around and drinking coffee while sitting on chairs, although for those sitting on floor mats, it forms the ideal shape and boasts the perfect height. Because this design is so simple and contains just one type of walnut wood material throughout, it will match almost any existing furniture and décor in your home.

Wooden table with glass top

Asian wooden coffee tables with glass top are a good way to mix the bold wooden materials and colors with the lighter and transparent glass. Four squares of glass come together to create a large table top, while the frame of the table is made from a mixture of teak wood and rosewood. Curved legs confirm that this is indeed an Asian coffee table style, as it is one of the most common and authentic effects.

Curved bench

This piece of furniture can take the form of a bench for seating one or two people, or you can use it as a coffee table. The Asian design is also suitable for occasions such as weddings, particularly if multiple people are sitting down on floor mats and need something on which to rest their drinks and food. Four of these benches can create a square around the room, almost like a full dining table for everybody. Often with a shabby chic or distressed look, the bench is wooden and curved around at either end to create spiral legs.

Wooden Asian coffee table with gold finish top

With a wooden frame, either black or a natural brown look, this style of table boasts its gold finished table top, the most inviting place to have a cozy drink with your friends around. While you would have to look around for a while to get a bargain on a real gold table top, the gold finish which you will most often see provides a great alternative and maintains the authentic style. Detail such as flowers, swirls, birds, and lines can often be seen carefully engraved into the table top.