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 small-sized Japanese donburi rice bowl features peonies, framed by dark blue, lattice-like patterns, all rendered in the traditional nishiki-e style. Nishiki-e, meaning “brocade picture,” is a multi-colored woodblock print technique that revolutionized ukiyo-e during the Edo period (1603-1868 CE), when most prints were in black and white. The lid helps keep the food warm and…
Elegant and modern, this medium bowl features a stunning gradient of blue hues. This donburi bowl showcases the distinctive crack-like texture of kannyu, a crazed surface formed by the differing expansion rates of clay and glaze. These delicate patterns add depth and character to the design. In addition to its striking appearance, the bowl is highly…
This square kobachi small bowl features a hand-painted chrysanthemum pattern with a modern, geometric design. The indigo shade adds a contemporary touch, while the natural motifs convey the warmth of hand-painting. It’s perfect for serving a variety of side dishes, such as tangy sunomono or slowly simmered nimono. The bowl’s shape stands out with its…
This is a Hasami ware rice bowl made by Kousai Kiln. It is hand-painted to bring out the warm texture of the clay. The base of the rice bowl is finished in red with a green grape and leaf design. The rough texture of the clay is coated with a glossy, bright glaze that offers different textures….
This charming Tobe ware kobachi bowl features a beautiful flower in gentle light blue color. The subtle color decorates the blooming flower painted on a white porcelain canvas. Small dots painted in gold are scattered, adding a discreet accent to the overall design. The detailed design of the rim adds to the floral motif of this kobachi…
This kobachi small bowl features a chrysanthemum shape and the glossy khaki colored glaze, which enhances the fresh and delicious appearance of the served food. The size is perfect as kobachi to serve any side dish, such as sunomono(vinegared food) , aemono(seasoned or sauced food) and nimono(simmered food) individually.
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,…
This is a large soup bowl with a lid. The glossy texture of the surface is beautiful, and the gold painting of spear flowers gives it an elegant feel. With its tall footing and lid, it is an ideal soup bowl for ceremonial occasions. At New Year’s in Japan, people enjoy zoni, also known as ozoni,…
The bowl features a beautiful contrast of soft colors on a white canvas, making the most of the distinctive texture of porcelain. The fine touch of flowers are hand-painted by an artisan, adding a touch of elegance to the space. Unlike other kilns from Kutani ware, Ginshu kiln is especially known as its romantic and…
This small 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,…
Premium Kutani bowl with a drawing of a graceful phoenix in red and gold on a durable porcelain base. It is a piece made by Fukuda Yoshinori. Detailed figures drawn in red and added golden decorations are characteristic of this Iidaya and Akae style. The phoenix is famous as a symbol of immortality and it…