This is a glass bowl with the tokusa “horsetail” pattern from the Taisho Roman glass series by Hirota Glass, a long-established glass manufacturer in Tokyo. The tokusa motif, cherished since the Edo period (1603 CE-1868 CE), symbolizes growth and prosperity. Its straight, upward-reaching lines embody aspirations for success and flourishing, making it a beloved design through…
The meticulous camellia design, a masterpiece passionately developed by Taniguchi, graces this bowl from Tosen Kiln. Camellias, symbolic of both elegance and the enduring spirit of Japanese culture, are vividly presented. The leaves, seamlessly blending dark and light green shades, instill a sense of harmony. In contrast, the petals, painted with white and red…
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 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 bowl features round Kamo eggplants, a summer vegetable from Kyoto, in the serene blue and white of sometsuke. Kyoto vegetable designs are created by applying a water-resistant substance to outline the shapes. Then, gosu, a cobalt blue glaze, is hand-painted over the surface, leaving the protected areas untouched. After a second bisque-firing, delicate lines…
This simple yet modern bowl features a beautiful white glaze. Handcrafted by Hibino Ceramicrenowned for their expertise in creating tableware that enhances both the presentation and appeal of dishesthis bowl combines timeless elegance with practical functionality. In addition to its sleek design, it’s highly durable and easy to handle, making it a popular choice in…
This Japanese rice bowl has a typical design of the Ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style dating back to mid-17th century, depicting the nature-themed motif and traditional patterns and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. It is painted with the five colors of red, yellow, green, purple and dark blue, known as “Go-Sai” in Japanese. Kutani ware uses…
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…
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 rice bowl is handcrafted by artisans of Yamanaka Lacquerware, which is famous for the techniques that make the most of the grain and the natural texture of wood. Perfect size as a rice bowl for serving an average portion of rice. The wooden rice bowl is light, has a gentle texture. It also has…
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…
A pair of rice bowls decorated with brush painted cherry blossoms and falling petals. The pale pink color shines against the white porcelain base, beautifully depicting the petals dancing in the wind.In Japan, there is a culture of giving rice bowls as a gift to married couples to celebrate their marriage. It’s also perfect for…