Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl. This Chawanmushi bowl is painted in the “Tokusa (Horsetail)” pattern which is a classic motif that has been beloved since the Edo period (1603 CE – 1867 CE). Its straight-growing appearance symbolizes wishes for growth and prosperity. And the three subdued colors…
This rice bowl is handcrafted by artisans of Yamanaka Lacquerware, which is famous for the techniques that make the most of the grain and the natural texture of wood. Perfect size as a rice bowl for serving an average portion of rice. The wooden rice bowl is light, has a gentle texture. It also has…
This delightful Japanese rice bowl showcases a dog’s face on the inside and its body with playful footprints on the outside. The charming design, with an innocent face peeking into the bowl, brings a cheerful vibe to your dining table. The unique rim follows the shape of the dog’s face. With its humorous design and…
This sauce plate has the design of Katsushika Hokusai’s iconic print, “Under the Wave Off Kanagawa.” Katsushika Hokusai is one of the most renowned ukiyo-e artists of the late Edo Period (1603-1868). 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…
This sauce plate features a nami-chidori motifs, one of the traditional patterns in Japan. Each piece is hand-painted by brush, using Japanese coloring paint which is one of the remarkable features of Kutani ware, as you can see the painted part is slightly thickened. The size is perfect as a sauce plate, condiments plate, relish…
This beautiful round dinner plate is part of the Hamorebi series, meaning “sunlight filtering through leaves.” The delicate painting along the rim is hand-painted by female artisan Sakurai Chie. Each piece is carefully adorned using traditional Japanese color paints, a distinctive feature of Kutani ware. The painted areas are slightly raised, adding texture and depth…
This regular-sized donburi bowl features a smooth, matte black glaze on the outer rim and inner surface, creating a striking contrast with the textured, natural clay on the faceted exterior. This combination of materials offers both a refined tactile experience and a visually sophisticated appeal. Its depth and straight sides help retain the food’s warmth…
This octagonal kobachi small bowl features simple blue tokusa stripes shaded with delicate hand-painting. Tokusa, known as the horsetail plant, symbolizes longevity in Japanese culture. The indigo shade adds a modern touch, while the natural motif conveys the warmth of hand-painted craftsmanship. Perfect for serving small portions of side dishes like tangy sunomono or simmered nimono, it also…
This is a rectangular plate features a red camellia design, made by Ms. Masako Inoue whose works are based on black and white colors. Unique abstract patterns are drawn by scratch on the camellia branches expressed in matte black, which enhances the beauty of porcelain on a white background. Vermilion camellia adds color to the…
These side plates are beautifully decorated reflecting high-quality craftsmanship. The technique displayed in this plate is called somenishiki where the bowl is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand painted drawings. The character in a circle on the plates is the character “kotobuki.” This character is used on…
This medium bowl features a stunning gold interior and a crisp white exterior, creating a striking contrast. Its deep design makes it perfect for holding soups, stews, or other hearty dishes. Whether you’re enjoying porridge in the morning or a fresh, leafy salad in the evening, this versatile bowl fits any meal. The bowl has…
Enjoy eating rice from this bowl with the cute bunny rabbit from Kousai Kiln. This charmingly designed rice bowl is handmade combining the Shigaraki style of yakishime (high-fired unglazed ceramics) and the traditional somenishiki, a technique where a product is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand-painted drawings. Stoneware…