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…
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,…
This splendid rice bowl, graced with delicately painted chrysanthemums and bush clover, encapsulates the essence of nature’s elegance. The understated charm of the painting within adds a delightful surprise, while its exterior showcases a refined simplicity. The design features flowers of chrysanthemum and bush clover, which invite a serene and sublime state of mind. You can…
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…
This regular-sized donburi bowl features a deep color scheme of dark red and vibrant green with a charming design of grapes and grape leaves. It showcases the striking kannyu texture, in which delicate, crack-like crazing patterns are formed beneath the glaze. Its depth and straight sides help retain the food’s warmth while adding a touch…
This small kobachi bowl features a red turnip, and one leaf of the turnip is also shown inside of the bowl. Turnip is one of the motifs that has long been regarded as a lucky charm in Japan, and is often used for tableware. The refreshing white-based small bowl is a handy size, durable and…
This bowl features a stunning glossy indigo glaze. The hand-shaped rim, crafted on a potter’s wheel, showcases graceful organic lines that give the bowl a unique rustic elegance. Its lustrous finish adds a layer of sophistication, enhancing your dining experience. It’s perfect for serving noodles such as ramen, udon, and soba. Its size also makes…
This regular-sized donburi bowl features a smooth, matte white glaze on the outer rim and inner surface, creating a striking contrast with the textured, natural clay on the faceted exterior. This combination of materials offers both a refined tactile experience and a contemporary appeal. Its depth and straight sides help retain the food’s warmth while…
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…
The Japanese kobachi from the “Une” series is made by Taniguchi Seidojo, which has been making Kutani ware clay for three generations. Instead of using vivid colors of Kutani ware, they propose a new, simple and modern Kutani ware that can only be created by a company that knows the characteristics of clay. The carefully…
This Japanese bowl features a delicate painting of a bird perching on the Sakura branch. A traditional Japanese pattern is drawn around it, making it a gorgeous bowl. It is hand-painted by brush, using Japanese coloring paint which is one of the remarkable features of Kutani ware, as you can see the painted part is…
A beautiful Kutani ware bowl featuring a hand-drawn turnip. This unique design captivatingly showcases the contrast between the pure white exterior and the deep red interior, exuding a strong presence without being overly ostentatious. The bright green leaves and the soft outlines of the yellow turnip are well balanced, creating a warm and impressive painting. Due to…