This cat-shaped sauce plate fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, bringing a charming and relaxing touch to your dining table with its adorable expression. Each piece is hand-painted by a skilled artisan, giving it a warm, inviting texture. Subtle imperfections such as air bubbles or small hollows are part of its handmade character,…
This easy-to-use Japanese rice bowl features a cat playing with red yarn on a smooth porcelain which is typical of Hasami Ware. With a diameter of 11.4cm(4.5in), it is a perfect bowl for serving an average portion of rice. There is also a teacup in the same series. How about matching them as a gift for friends and…
This large donburi bowl embodies the earthy textures and natural colors typical of Bizen ware. Its rough surface and stunning patterns, created by the kiln’s flames, highlight the “art of clay and fire.” The unglazed red clay, adorned with natural ash markings, offers a rugged, metallic feel. Bizen ware, one of Japan’s oldest ceramics, is…
This chrysanthemum-shaped sauce plate features a gracefully painted Japanese crane, a symbol of longevity and vitality, making it a perfect choice for celebrations. Each piece is uniquely hand-painted by, giving the plate a warm and inviting texture. Ideal for serving sauces, it is also perfect for small snacks like nuts and candies. You can also…
The beautiful white hue of this small ramen bowl is a hallmark of Shino ware. The speckled glaze creates a design that feels both liberating and sophisticated. Shino ware is a type of Mino ware, originally fired in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, during the Azuchi-Momoyama period (1573-1603 CE). While most of the bowl is glazed, offering…
This modern shiny black Japanese plate features a brush mark on the surface which gives a traditional and arty impression. It is great for serving appetizers, main dish and side dish. Perfect as plate for sashimi , sushi, tempura. With this shape, you may use it as a serving tray for sake set or for…
This beautiful red dinner plate, with its artisan brushed texture, gives it a sense of dignity and complements all kinds of dishes. It can be used as a main plate for any types of dish. Appetizers, salad, main dish are the perfect match. The gorgeous colors make it a great choice for layering with plates…
While Kutani Ware is loved for its vibrant colors, the hachi-kutani series features sauce plates all in white. They are made at Seikou Kiln. Seikou Kiln researched Japanese overglaze paint of Kutani ware for years. Thick overglaze paint with traditional Japanese paints is the same quality as hand paint and brings out a sense of…
This regular-sized ramen bowl boasts a vibrant red exterior, enhanced by dynamic brush strokes for an energetic appearance. Inside, a colorful phoenix design adds a lively and meaningful element. The inner rim features a square spiral pattern, a traditional Chinese design that resembles lightning and symbolizes the awe of nature’s powera motif often seen in…
This rectangular platter, painted in the Ko-Kutani (old Kutani) styleone of the most distinguished painting styles of Kutani warefeatures two rabbits and a flowing stream of water. Completely hand-painted, the vibrant colors stand out beautifully against the pristine white background, creating a striking contrast. Even the foot of the platter is finished in green, showcasing…
A beautifully handcrafted children’s rice bowl with an authentic Japanese feel. The charm of this rice bowl is in the hand-painted drawings.Two bunnies sitting side-by-side on an Indigo blue semi-circle with an Arabesque design are hand drawn on each piece. And differing shades of Indigo blue can be enjoyed with the watercolor painting style. The…
This square plate is perfectly suited for serving side dishes. The lines drawn along the rim accentuate the dish elegantly. Employing a technique of “Sometsuke” (underglaze cobalt blue) painting on a base brilliantly fired to a pure white, each piece is meticulously crafted, embodying the essence of Seto Sometsuke ware. Since the painting is done…