This bowl fascinates with its charming red and white camellia motif, reflecting the beauty of nature. Tsujii Musashi, the artisan behind the kiln, draws inspiration from his surroundings to create pieces that embody a subtle, rustic elegance. The bowl’s refined appearance is further enhanced by gohondenatural pinkish spots that emerge after the firing process. Its…
This is a Arita ware plate by Ri Sanpei (Yi Sam-pyeong) Kiln, a brand by the descendant of Yi Sam-Pyeong. The plate is represented as the moon, with a rabbit hopping around on top of the crater-like spots painted on it. This design is created by using a paper pattern in the shape of a rabbit and…
A smaller size side plate perfect for single servings. Although small in size, the old Imari floral patterns are painted with precision which shows the high quality craftsmanship of the Arita Porcelain Lab tableware. The blue tones are arranged in a modern way, and each piece is individually brushed by craftsmen to create an incomparable elegance….
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…
These Echizen Lacquerware side plates are exquisite items combining the elegant black shine of lacquer with the detailed gold designs made with “Chinkin.” “Chinkin” is a traditional technique used to create detailed designs with gold and silver on lacquerware surfaces. Unlike Maki-e, where gold leaves and powder are directly applied to a surface, for Chinkin, shallow…
Oryoki is a functional set of bowls inspired by Zen Buddhist principles, designed to minimize waste with a functional, minimalist style that suits modern tables. The set stacks perfectly, with smaller bowls nesting neatly inside the largest, ensuring easy storage and portability. This compact design allows even a six-layer set to be stored effortlessly, making…
This is a serving bowl by Ri Sanpei (Yi Sam-pyeong) Kiln, a brand by the descendant of Yi Sam-Pyeong, the discoverer of white porcelain ore for Arita ware. The simple design with flowing orchids can be used for any menu. This is one of Ri Sanpei (Yi Sam-pyeong) Kiln’s most popular and classic products.Using the same Izumiyama…
This bowl from the Jade series features a moody green color, reminiscent of a deep forest. Instead of shiny, bright gems, the design is chic and modern, featuring subdued tones and matte textures like Jade gemstones. The deep green tones go well with warm-colored foods such as red, yellow, and orange. Even a few bright colors,…
This side plate features a beautiful contrast of brilliant colors on a white canvas, making the most of the distinctive texture of porcelain. The fine touch of flowers are hand-painted by an artisan from Ginshu kiln, which is especially known as its romantic and playful painting. The painted areas have a slightly raised texture, a…
On this large white porcelain plate, lines in sometsuke “Blue and White” style form smooth and elegant curves, representing leaf veins. These lines are hand-painted by artisans, with subtle variations in thickness and shade making each unique. When using this plate, you can feel a closeness to nature. Sometsuke is a technique that applies indigo color…
This silver dinner plate is an exquisite piece of Arita ware. Its unique curved design and engraved patterns on the surface create an impressive table setting, elevating the presentation of any cuisine it holds. The gourd motif is considered as a lucky symbol in Japanese culture, representing prosperity and abundant offspring due to its plentiful…
This beautiful rice bowl features soft blue flowers as if painted with watercolors. The bright design resembles blooming flowers, bringing joyful atmosphere on the table. It is painted by the female artist, Ohigashi Alyne, who was born in Philippines. She uses a unique technique called washi-zome (Japanese paper dyeing) and continues her ideal stoneware-making in Higashi…