This regular-sized mino ware ramen bowl features an elegant design with light brown circular patterns set against a black background, representing the moon and its gentle glow in the night sky. The overall look is chic and exudes a sense of refinement. It’s perfect for serving noodles in broth, such as ramen, udon, or soba….
This bowl features one of the signature motifs of Tobe ware. The graceful arabesque design is brought to life by dynamic hand-painted brushstrokes, inspired by nature and the striking contrast of indigo on porcelain white. The bowl is perfect for gyudon, oyakodon, and other donburi dishes. It can also be used to serve noodle dishes like…
This large bowl is adorned with the kanji characters for “happiness” and “long life.” A smooth blue line runs along the inner rim and the kanji for “happiness” is also written at the bottom of the bowl. With its traditional and rustic design, this bowl is perfect for personal use or as a thoughtful gift,…
This small kobachi bowl features a red turnip, and one leaf of the turnip is also shown inside of the bowl. Turnip is one of the motifs that has long been regarded as a lucky charm in Japan, and is often used for tableware. The refreshing white-based small bowl is a handy size, durable and…
This is an elegant porcelain kobachi small bowl set in the shape of a plum. The dish is a lovely size and looks like a little plum blooming in your hand when you hold it. The shape of this porcelain, plum, is also said to bring good luck. The size is perfect to serve any…
This rice bowl showcases an arabesque pattern, one of the representative motifs of Tobe ware. Its indigo shade adds a modern touch, while the hand-painted nature motifs bring warmth and character to each piece. The high footing makes it easy to hold, adding praticality to its charm. Perfectly sized for a single serving of rice,…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl. Enveloped in a golden yellow glaze, this chawanmushi bowl conjures the vibrant hues of yamabuki, also known as Japanese kerria. Over this bright yellow background, a dainty image of a bird nestled among the branches of a tree is lovingly rendered…
This octagonal kobachi small bowl features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, a representative motif of Tobe ware. The deep indigo shade adds a hint of modern elegance. Perfect for serving small portions of side dishes like tangy sunomono or simmered nimono, it’s also suited for a scoop of ice cream or fresh fruit. The octagonal rim…
Hundreds of years of skill and technique are carefully crafted in this hand-size kobachi small bowl in golden yellow. The design is arranged with traditional auspicious patterns, making the tableware suitable for the modern dining scene. The sides of the bowl are shaped like the petals of a flower giving the bowl an elegant look….
As suggested by its name nanpu, meaning “southern winds,” this bowl features a design that evokes the feeling of a warm breeze. Blue chrysanthemum flowers are scattered throughout the design, giving the design a natural comfort. The slightly warped rim allows for easy stacking with bowls of the same shape, making storage more convenient. This bowl is…
This kobachi small bowl is decorated in the Kakiemon style. The Kakiemon style is known for its elegant compositions that use blank spaces to highlight the porcelain’s beautiful milky white color, with delicate depictions of flowers and birds in natural landscapes. The bowl has an octagonal shape with an outward-extending rim. Its depth makes it…
This beautiful pair of rice bowls depicts a spring scene of Mt. Fuji in springtime. It is painted by Kutani Ware artist Yoshinori Fukuda. The golden glow of the warm sunlight, the fluttering petals of the Sakura(cherry blossoms), and the majestic Mt Fuji will make you feel refreshed and special every time you use this…