This sauce plate takes the shape of a mikan (mandarin orange), capturing its charming form and vibrant essence. The hand-painted design adds a sense of warmth and character. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile enough to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small bites. You can also use it to hold…
This sauce plate is crafted by Takayama, renowned for Hasami porcelain. Its surface features intricately detailed scenes of Japanese landscapesrolling mountains, winding rivers, boats, and templesneatly arranged within fan-shaped frames, all set against a background of abundant flowers. The result is reminiscent of a scroll painting, allowing you to appreciate its delicate and refined atmosphere. …
The harmony between white porcelain and blue paintings is the beauty of this Mikawachi ware plate. Two raspberry branches painted in flowing, fine lines are superbly composed, and the small round raspberry berries gracefully match the sharpness of the leaves and branches. The shades of blue display an exquisite gradation, painted carefully by skilled craftspeople using…
A beautiful mimosa design is painted on a white porcelain canvas. In places, small dots painted in gold are scattered throughout the design, adding a discreet accent to the overall design. The refreshing impression of this rice bowl will enlighten your table. It is painted by the female artist, Alyne Ohigashi, who was born in…
This plum flower-shaped Japanese sauce plate fits comfortably in the palm of your hand. It is a wonderful example of use of Kutani ware colors named gosai (red, yellow, green, purple, and dark blue). Each piece is hand-painted, making the texture of the plate warm and appealing. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also…
This versatile plate beautifully features the natural textures and hues of Shigaraki pottery. It’s offered by Homeland, a brand dedicated to providing kitchen items that become cherished tools in everyday life, and crafted in collaboration with Hissan Pottery, a renowned Shigaraki ware kiln. The delicate variations of blue in aohagifrom the soft light of a…
This plate has a warm texture of stoneware and lovely hand-painted sakura (cherry blossoms) which symbolizes inner beauty, elegance and good education in Japan. It is made by Kokuzou Kiln, known for its gentle and warm stoneware, and features beautiful watercolor-like painting and elegant designs which blend in modern life style. The large size of this…
Imbued with a dark elegance, this regular-sized ramen bowl adds a refined, upscale touch to any meal. The glossy black glaze, accented with a subtle metallic iridescence, serves as the perfect canvas for bold, impressionistic brushstrokes in brown and white, creating a striking visual statement. Crafted on a potter’s wheel, the bowl has a satisfying…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl. Painted with a straw pattern called mugiwarade, rendered here in several delicate colors creating a feeling that is both intriguing and subdued. Each brush stroke starts out thick and tapers out at the end, which adds a subtle interest to this…
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…
This Echizen lacquerware soup bowl, born from a collaboration with the Aizu lacquerware manufacturer YAMAKYU Japanware Co., captivates with its rich lacquer surface, beautifully showcasing a gourd design. Golden gourds, intertwined with graceful leaves and vines, are brought to life through the traditional maki-e technique, hand-painted lacquer designs adorned with shimmering gold leaf. A final coating…
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…