This Japanese bowl features a painting in the style of banreki, a five-color porcelain protected by the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty in China. It is characterized by gorgeous and exquisite brushwork in red. In Japan, it is called “banreki akae” and has been respected. It’s gorgeous and perfect for celebrations and entertaining guests. The…
Hundreds of years of skill and technique are carefully crafted in this hand-size kobachi small bowl in wine red. 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….
This charming Tobe ware Japanese rice bowl features a beautiful flower in a gentle light blue on the inside and a soft green on the outside. The subtle colors decorate the blooming flowers painted on a white porcelain canvas. Small dots painted in gold are scattered, adding a discreet accent to the overall design. Higashi Kiln employs…
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,…
This Kobachi bowl features the traditional Japanese hemp leaf pattern. The hemp leaf is considered as a symbol of good luck meant to ward off evil and is commonly used on kimono and tableware. Employing a technique of “Sometsuke” (underglaze cobalt blue) painting on a base brilliantly fired to a pure white, each piece is…
This medium bowl highlights the beauty of overglaze painting. Delicately adorned with cosmos flowers inside and out, its design enhances the soft white porcelain, evoking harmony, peace, and joy. Inspired by the rich tradition of Kutani ware, artist Kasui Okamemasa continues to refine her craft through experimentation while exploring new creative expressions. Each hand-painted motif…
As though painted in watercolors, large and exuberant blue flowers achievebold and graceful designs on this donburi bowl from Higashi Kiln. The floral design brings a joyful atmosphere to the table and never goes out of style. Renowned for its durability and ease of use, Tobe ware is widely used in restaurants to serve Japanese…
This regular-sized Japanese ramen bowl showcases a timeless blue-striped pattern that enhances a variety of table settings. Its sleek, straight silhouette offers a contemporary aesthetic, making it a standout choice among ramen bowls. With their irregular hand-painted touch, the vertical stripes follow the beautifully flared shape of the bowl accentuating the overall design. The inner…
This elegant kobachi small bowl is crafted by Takayama, renowned for Hasami porcelain. In the classic blue and white of sometsuke, it features an interior pattern of richly swirling scrollwork, with additional vine-like arabesques toward the rim. This beautifully contrasts with a simple exterior of simple karakusa budding vines. Vine motifs have long been cherished…
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….
This bowl showcases exquisite sometsuke designs hand-painted by master craftsman Yamamoto Choza. Detailed depictions of ancient treasures are believed to invite good fortune and prosperity. On the bottom of the bowl is the fuyode pattern, named after the Japanese word for cotton rose, with petal-like windows embellished with auspicious motifs. The intricacies of each design…
With its captivating green ash glaze and natural stoneware texture, this large donburi bowl exudes an organic charm and a comforting warmth, perfectly reflecting the artistry of the handmade process. The bowl is perfect for a variety of donburi dishes, such as gyudon and oyakodon, and for noodle dishes like udon or soba. With its…