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 small-sized Japanese donburi rice bowl features peonies, framed by dark blue, lattice-like patterns, all rendered in the traditional nishiki-e style. Nishiki-e, meaning “brocade picture,” is a multi-colored woodblock print technique that revolutionized ukiyo-e during the Edo period (1603-1868 CE), when most prints were in black and white. The lid helps keep the food warm and…
This elegant kobachi small bowl is crafted by Takayama, renowned for Hasami porcelain. In the classic blue and white of sometsuke, it features an interior pattern of richly swirling scrollwork, with additional vine-like arabesques toward the rim. This beautifully contrasts with a simple exterior of simple karakusa budding vines. Vine motifs have long been cherished…
This long rectangular platter has a beautiful matte and rough texture, and the chic colors mixed with gray and brown give a sense of wabi sabi and create a high-quality dining table. It is suitable for serving appetizers. It is also recommended to serve a few pieces of sushi or sashimi. With its slim shape, you…
This sauce plate features a lily in Yoshidaya style, a famous traditional style of Kutani ware that combines bright colors that makes this small yet powerful piece stand out. Perfect as a sauce plate, it is versatile to serve any small food such as cheese, nuts, and condiments. You may also place a small portion of…
This easy-to-use chrysanthemum-shaped sauce plate showcases a design called an octopus arabesque pattern among arabesque patterns. The name “octopus arabesque” comes from the fact that the shape of the spiraling vine with leaves on the outside resembles the octopus’s legs. It is one of the classic patterns and is found on many Japanese tableware. The plates…
This regular-sized Hasami ware bowl has a unique square shape. The interior rim and bottom are adorned with a design of delicate floral and traditional geometric patterns, offering a beautiful contrast between the rustic clay texture and elegant painted design. Handcrafted on a potter’s wheel, the rough texture of the clay feels satisfying to the…
Have your children enjoy their daily cup of juice or tea with this cute Hasami ware small cup from Oshin Kiln. This small cup comes in an adorable soft pink color with cute rabbit faces on the sides. Three yellow polka-dots mark the edge of the cup. The inside of the cup is in a natural…
This side plate features large yellow peony flowers. This is a classic design of the ko-Kutani style dating back to the mid-17th century, depicting the nature-themed daring design and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. With a diameter of 15 cm (5.9 in), it is ideal as an extra plate for side dishes or desserts….
This unique Japanese rice bowl has a bicolor cat’s face on the inside and the body and footprints on the outside. The design that looks like an innocent face peeking into the rice bowl sets a bright mood for the dining table. The unique rim follows the shape of the face. With its humorous design and…
This bowl features a stunning glossy indigo glaze. The hand-shaped rim, crafted on a potter’s wheel, showcases graceful organic lines that give the bowl a unique rustic elegance. Its lustrous finish adds a layer of sophistication, enhancing your dining experience. It’s perfect for serving noodles such as ramen, udon, and soba. Its size also makes…
This splendid rice bowl, graced with delicately painted chrysanthemums and bush clover, encapsulates the essence of nature’s elegance. The understated charm of the painting within adds a delightful surprise, while its exterior showcases a refined simplicity. The design features flowers of chrysanthemum and bush clover, which invite a serene and sublime state of mind. You can…