Best Japanese Chairs
Compare the options in best japanese chairs against your space, preferences and purchase terms.
5 chairs in this list
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Okamura Contessa II
Price: ¥243,650 – ¥377,410 (≈ $1,530 – $2,380)
Japanese flagship executive chair with precision adjustment, high-density foam, and polished aluminum frame.
Best for: Executive offices wanting a high-back chair with 4D arm and headrest options
Pros
- Owners often praise the build and the arm-end controls
- Main controls sit at the ends of the armrests (Okamura)
Good to know
- Most owners call the price very high
Okamura Sylphy
Price: From ¥106,040 (≈ $680)
An adjustable back curve lets the backrest fit different body sizes, in a slim profile. Popular in compact Japanese offices.
Best for: Compact offices and smaller frames
Pros
- Synchro recline with 10° forward tilt (Okamura)
Itoki ACT2
Price: ¥132,240 (≈ $830)
Japanese active-sitting chair encouraging micro-movement with flexible seat and responsive back.
Best for: Active sitting and affordable ergonomics
Pros
- Synchro rocking back reclines up to 20° (ITOKI)
Kokuyo Ing
Price: ¥119,790 – ¥183,150 (≈ $750 – $1,150)
Popular ergonomic chair with a wide seat.
Best for: Home office and office workers who like to move while seated
Pros
- Seat glides 360° with your movements (KOKUYO)
Kokuyo Ing Cloud
Price: ¥246,180 – ¥268,510 (≈ $1,550 – $1,690)
Separate model in KOKUYO's ing series with a 3D Hammock Mesh backrest and a triple-gliding mechanism (seat, backrest and armrests).
Best for: Long meetings and hybrid work
Pros
- 3D Hammock Mesh backrest
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