Dinnerware

This kobachi small bowl is a beautifully decorated item reflecting the high-quality craftsmanship handed down for generations within Arita Porcelain Lab’s long history. The technique displayed in this bowl 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…

This bowl showcases dreamy patterns delicately painted by the artisans of Ginshu Kiln, renowned for its romantic and playful pastel-colored designs. 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. It is suitable for serving side such as sunomono (vinegared…

This is a glass bowl with makiage pattern from the Taisho Roman glass series by Hirota Glass, a long-established glass manufacturer in Tokyo. Makiage is a traditional tie-dyeing technique used in kimono making. This method creates intricate patterns that convey an aura of elegance and grace.  This pattern is created by the aburidashi “invisible ink” technique,…

This chrysanthemum shaped Japanese small bowl features a matte white color, overlaid with a white speckled glaze that looks like snow. It is made by Hasami ware, which is widely known as a light, durable and easy-to-use tableware among Japanese tableware, and is an indispensable stoneware in both restaurants and homes. Chrysanthemum is a shape…