This tonsui bowl stands out for its subtle reddish-brown color. Slightly larger than a typical tonsui, it can hold plenty of soup from a hot pot. By placing your fingers on the handle, you can grip it securely without feeling too much heat. Although tonsui bowls are primarily used for hot pot dishes, they also…
This deep dinner plate features beautiful shades of indigo at its center, hand-painted to create a deep, textured color that adds a modern, stylish touch to your table setting. The contrast between the rich indigo center and the crisp white rim brings a unique visual appeal. With its deep shape, this bowl is perfect for…
This delightful Tobe ware donburi bowl features soft floral patterns in shades of grassy green and light blue, with subtle gold accents. Applied through the unique washi-zome technique, the floral design brings a watercolor-like softness to the white porcelain surface. With a 16.7 cm (6.6 in) diameter, it’s perfect for serving salads, soups, and noodles….
This regular-sized ramen bowl showcases a traditional seigaiha, or “wave” pattern in rich indigo blue, a motif that symbolizes good fortune in Japanese culture. Ideal for serving ramen, udon, or soba, this bowl enhances the presentation of your favorite noodles while bringing a touch of elegance and tradition to your table. Its versatile design also…
This regular-sized ramen bowl boasts a vibrant red exterior, enhanced by dynamic brush strokes for an energetic appearance. Inside, a colorful phoenix design adds a lively and meaningful element. The inner rim features a square spiral pattern, a traditional Chinese design that resembles lightning and symbolizes the awe of nature’s powera motif often seen in…
This set of five elegant kobachi small bowls are ideal for daily use and go well with any dishes such as boiled vegetables and simmered dishes. The rim of the bowls reminds us of flower petals. The shape of the bowl has been handed down from generation to generation in the Yazaemon Kiln. Items with distinctive…
A pair of Japanese rice bowls decorated in beautiful Hanazume style, meaning filled with flowers, one of the most notable design of Kutani ware which has been handed down from the Taisho period (1912-26). In Japan, there is a culture of giving rice bowls as a gift to married couples to celebrate their marriage. It’s…
This regular-sized donburi bowl stands out with its rustic deep brown color, accented by soft yellow speckles along the inner rim. Shaped using a potter’s wheel, this piece has a pleasant weight and warmth to the touch that make it a pleasure to hold in one’s hands. The slightly textured surface offers a secure grip. …
This bowl showcases dreamy patterns delicately painted by the artisans of Ginshu Kiln, renowned for its romantic and playful pastel-colored designs. The painted areas have a slightly raised texture, a characteristic of Kutani ware, which is traditionally hand-painted using Japanese coloring pigments and a brush. Its versatile size makes it perfect for serving salads, appetizers,…
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…
The Japanese bowl features a bird resting on a branch of camellia in bright colors. The delicate and intricate pattern drawn on the inside of the bowl gradually appears while eating, which is a pleasant surprise. A Japanese traditional pattern is also drawn on the outside, so it is a beautiful bowl from any angle….
This small rice bowl is decorated with gorgeous and lovely mizuhiki motif. The colorful knots give the bowl a nostalgic and graceful feeling.Kanazawa, the birthplace of Kutani ware, is known for its unique and rare traditional craft called Kaga Mizuhiki. Made by Kokuzou Kiln, known for the gentle and warm stoneware with beautiful colors and elegant…