This rice bowl features flowers in full bloom, delicately painted by artisans of Ginshu Kiln, which is especially known as its romantic and playful pastel colored painting. 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. With a diameter of 10.8…
A set of 5 small Japanese kobachi bowls depicting peaches and birds in Yoshidaya style. It is a perfect size for serving side dishes such as Sunomono(vinegared food) or Nimono(Simmered food). Each piece is uniquely hand-painted by a dedicated artisan of Kutani ware, making the texture of the plate warm and appealing. It comes in…
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 cute Japanese rice bowl features two rabbits sitting side by side. The soft touch of the drawing and the rustic atmosphere of the clay texture make this rice bowl perfect for everyday. The inside bottom of the rice bowl is also painted with a blue flower that will make you love it more and…
The Hozan Kiln’s Flower-Shaped Kobachi Bowl embodies the earthy textures and colors characteristic of Bizen ware. Its coarse texture, exquisite hues, and intricate patterns, shaped by the kiln’s flames, exemplify Bizen warethe art of clay and fire. Without any artificial decorations, the bowl stands out with its bold presence. The petal-shaped rim displays natural hues…
This rice bowl features flower petals delicately painted by artisans of Ginshu Kiln, which is especially known as its romantic and playful pastel colored painting. 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. With a diameter of 10.3 cm(4.1 in),…
Thick blue and fine red lines alternate around the whole exterior of snow-white porcelain of this donburi bowl. The blue lines are drawn using the traditional gosu pigment, while the red accents enhance the design. The hand-painted blue patterns are made using the tsuketate technique, where each stroke is applied without outlines. This gives the bowl…
This elegant flower shaped large bowl features hand-painted plum motifs and raised arabesque patterns. The painting stands out beautifully on the white porcelain, as you can see the painted part is slightly thickened by using a brush for painting. A fine pattern is drawn on the foot, making it a beautiful bowl from any angle. Both…
This kobachi small bowl features a bird resting on a branch with flowers. Kutani ware uses Japanese coloring paint, as you can see the painted bird is slightly thickened and standing out. Its size is suitable for serving appetizers, salad, and side dishes such as sunomono (vinegared food) and nimono (simmered food) for one person….
A pair of rice bowls decorated with hand-painted cherry blossoms and the falling petals blown in the wind. It painted in pale colors and sprinkled gold leaf, which is known as an iconic style of Kutani ware. In Japan, there is a culture of giving rice bowls as a gift to married couples to…
The meditative depth of celadon blue allures us into even forgetting that this a bowl of daily tableware. The bowl’s base is clear and smooth with its luminous shine, while the upper surface has delicately carved grooves of the technique of “Tobikanna” (chattered pottery). The rim exposes the outlines of the red clay, an exquisite…
This chrysanthemum flower shaped Japanese kobachi small bowl is perfect size to put a sauce or side dishes. A chrysanthemum flower represents longevity, rejuvenation and nobility. Its red lines add a fine accent and make it a timeless and versatile piece. It is a versatile small bowl to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small…