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. It depicts a butterfly flying over a chrysanthemum flower, and the rim around it looks like a picture frame. The pattern is also drawn on the outside, making it…
This round side plate is crafted by Takayama, a renowned maker of Hasami porcelain, and dyed with seitan, a kind of indigo. The entire surface is adorned with elegant flower motifs in a deep, beautiful blue, creating a refined and calming atmosphere. The pattern transforms petals and leaves into geometric designs, offering a delicate yet…
This small rice bowl is decorated with gorgeous and lovely mizuhiki motif. The colorful knots give the bowl a nostalgic and graceful feeling.Kanazawa, the birthplace of Kutani ware, is known for its unique and rare traditional craft called Kaga Mizuhiki. Made by Kokuzou Kiln, known for the gentle and warm stoneware with beautiful colors and elegant…
A round side plate featuring a vertical flute player, a motif that the Kutani Choemon kiln has been illustrating for over 60 years. It’s a wonderful example of how traditional Kutani ware meets modern design. This small plate, with its fun and playful design, is perfect for serving side dishes, desserts, or snacks during meals…
This rice bowl showcases the traditional marunuki pattern. Its indigo shade adds a modern touch, while the hand-painted nature motifs bring warmth and character to each piece. The high footing makes it easy to hold, adding practicality to its charm. Perfectly sized for a single serving of rice, its simple yet classic design makes white…
The gorgeous platter features hibiscus flowers painted on its entire surface. The blooming large yellow blooms and spreading green leaves create a beautiful contrast. It is hand-painted by brush, using Japanese paint called wa-enogu which is one of the remarkable features of Kutani ware, as you can see the painted part is slightly thickened. This…
A matte turquoise glaze with a natural gradient flows across the surface, created by expressive, hand-painted brushstrokes. Flowers in delicate colors decorate the rim, with fine kannyu crackles adding to its textural charm. Compact and versatile, this plate is ideal for serving small portions of food, condiments, or sweets. Beyond dining, it also works as…
This sauce plate features a flying bird in mountains, using an art style of ko-Kutani. Kutani ware uses a brush for painting with Japanese coloring paint, as you can see the painted part is slightly thickened. The size is perfect as a sauce plate. Also, you can put a small portion of food or relishes in,…
This sauce plate features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, a classic motif of Tobe ware. The deep indigo shade adds a modern touch, while the textured surface, reminiscent of woven cloth, brings warmth and a unique tactile charm to the piece. Its compact size makes it ideal for serving sauces, condiments, or small snacks. You can…
This regular-sized donburi bowl stands out with its rustic deep brown color, accented by soft yellow speckles along the inner rim. Shaped using a potter’s wheel, this piece has a pleasant weight and warmth to the touch that make it a pleasure to hold in one’s hands. The slightly textured surface offers a secure grip. …
This is an easy-to-use plate that looks great in the dining room, as is typical of MERU, which specializes in dishes suitable for professional use. Measuring 21cm(8.3in), it is just the right size for a main plate for one person. It can also be used for salads and appetizers to be shared by a small…
The hand-painted motif on this donburi bowl gracefully transitions between a flower and a dragonfly. The charming design is rendered in blue and red on white porcelain. Created using the tsuketate technique, where each stroke is applied without outlines, the design wins you over with its hand-painted touch and genuine creativity. The sturdy bowl is…