This large bowl is decorated with a hand-painted arabesque pattern on the rustic texture of stoneware and feels warm and inviting. Its practical design makes it easy to use, combining functionality with charm. The vibrant red hue of the design, which extend to the interior, beautifully frame your food to enhance its presentation like a…
The graceful matte celadon texture of this chrysanthemum-shaped main plate conveys tenderness the moment you touch it. The chrysanthemum petals are intricately engraved with varying depths, creating a harmonious interplay of detailed patterns beautifully enhanced by the exquisite shading of the celadon porcelain. Perfect for serving main courses in a Japanese meal or desserts, this…
This side plate is a magnificent example of the artistry found in Mikawachi ware, featuring hand-painted designs in blue on fine, durable porcelain. The rim of the plate is adorned with the geometric patterns of shonzui-de waves, a style influenced by the porcelain patterns originally produced in Jingdezhen kilns during the late Ming Dynasty. At…
This mokko-shaped small bowl features a modern interpretation of the traditional classic patterns of old Imari. Mokko is the name for a round squarish shape and is considered an auspicious shape which represents family prosperity. “Aka” means red and “dami” is the name for the technique where the artist first outlines the area to be…
This set of five square-shaped Japanese sauce plates features soft colors and hand-drawn patterns with fine lines. Perfect size as a sauce plate. It is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small food. Or you can put a small portion of food or containments in, place it on a larger plate or…
This charming set features four small Japanese bowls adorned with beautifully detailed, hand-drawn cat illustrations. Each bowl showcases a different cat with unique fur patterns, all in an endearing curled-up position. The raised ears of the cats bring personality to each feline friend and add a playful touch to the bowl’s design. The smooth porcelain…
This soup cup showcases a classic arabesque pattern, one of the defining motifs of Tobe ware. The indigo shade lends a modern touch, while the hand-painted nature motifs bring a sense of warmth and craftsmanship to each piece. With its soft, rounded shape, this cup creates a cozy, relaxing ambiance. While designed for soup, it’s…
This quince-shaped plate, with its smooth, flowing lines, features the stunning orchid cactus, also known as the epiphyllum. The graceful matte celadon texture of this plate conveys tenderness the moment you touch it, enhanced by a moist and gentle surface finish. The layered pure white petals of the epiphyllum are exquisitely displayed on the plate,…
This small-sized donburi bowl from Fukuhou Kiln features the traditional Japanese tokusa “horsetail” pattern. Its depth helps retain the food’s warmth while adding a touch of style and practicality. Beloved since the Edo period (1603 CE-1868 CE), this pattern of straight vertical lines is inspired by the Japanese plant tokusa, known in English as rough…
This is an easy-to-use deep plate characterized by a moody green color, reminiscent of a deep forest. Instead of shiny, bright gems, the design is chic and modern, featuring subdued tones and matte textures like Jade gemstones. The deep green tones go well with warm-colored foods such as red, yellow, and orange. Even a few bright…
This sauce plate features a shishi. Shishi is an imaginary creature that resembles a lion. It is believe to have the power to ward off evil. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small food. You may also serve small portions of food or relishes…
This porcelain sauce plate is painted with an elegant traditional pattern in white, decorated with the pattern called “hanazume,” giving an image of flowers blooming all at once. While Kutani ware is loved for its vibrant colors, the hachi-kutani series features sauce plates all in white. They are made at Seikou Kiln. Seikou Kiln researched Japanese overglaze…