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 bowl is designed with a “Tokusa” pattern drawn by hand with a broom-like brush to make the thin blue lines centering to the middle of the bowl. Originally made in the size to serve a single portion of sashimi or pickled vegetables in a traditional style meal at a tea ceremony, it can be…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl. Enveloped in a golden yellow glaze, this chawanmushi bowl conjures the vibrant hues of yamabuki, also known as Japanese kerria. Over this bright yellow background, a dainty image of a bird nestled among the branches of a tree is lovingly rendered…
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…
This beautifully crafted platter features the design of two cranes facing each other. The pine trees and waves drawn in the background are common sights on the coast of Japan where pine trees are often planted. It is an eye-catching plate with beautiful colors and bold composition of Kutani color. It is hand-painted by brush,…
This square sauce plate features an auspicious design of a lucky cat, or maneki neko in Japanese. The delightful illustration showcases an adorable lucky cat raising its left paw in an inviting gesture while holding a golden koban coin in its right. The koban symbolizes prosperity, and the raised left paw is believed to beckon…
This round dinner plate features an arabesque pattern, a signature motif of Baizan Kiln, accented by a tokusa striped edge that frames the design with elegance. The hand-painted nature motifs add a warm, personal touch, showcasing the artisan’s skill. Perfectly sized for serving salads and main dishes, its traditional, refreshing blue pattern and smooth porcelain…
The peach-shaped sauce plate fits comfortably in the palm of your hand. Peaches are long-loved by people as an amulet and a symbol of longevity and lasting posterity. Each piece is uniquely hand-painted , making the texture of the plate warm and appealing. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile enough to…
This exquisite side plate features an arabesque pattern. Perfect for presenting side dishes or small sweets, its celadon glaze showcases a gradient of light blue. The subtle textures and intricate patterns on the surface add a touch of sophistication, beautifully enhancing the presentation of the food. Encased in a navy blue paper box, this piece…
This unique Japanese mug has an elephant’s face on the inside and the whole body and apples on the outside. The rim is designed to follow the elephant’s face. The blue and sky blue color, with shades of watercolor, retains the warmth of hand-painting. With its humorous design and easy to use size, it is…
This plum-shaped sauce plate is made by Ri Sanpei (Yi Sam-pyeong) Kiln, a brand by the descendant of Yi Sam-Pyeong, the discoverer of white porcelain ore. The thick and round edge gives a soft and welcoming atmosphere. It is a perfect size for serving sauce or snacks like nuts and candies. Also, you can put a…
This rice bowl features flower petals delicately painted by artisans of Ginshu Kiln, which is especially known as its romantic and playful pastel colored painting. The painted areas have a slightly raised texture, a characteristic of Kutani ware, which is traditionally hand-painted using Japanese coloring pigments and a brush. With a diameter of 10.3 cm(4.1 in),…