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 24.5cm(9.6in), it can be used to place dishes to be shared by a group of several people, or as a tray with smaller dishes stacked on top of it.The…
These Echizen Lacquerware side plates are exquisite items combining the refined matte shine of red lacquer with the detailed gold designs made with “Chinkin” done by the second generation Ritsuzan Tomita, a renowned Chinkin craftsman. The smooth and even coat of the deep red lacquer is painted using a technique called “Negoro,”a method of…
This unique small plate is shaped like two chrysanthemums joined together. One of them features a petal pattern colored in indigo blue. Its shape and design make it perfect for serving soy sauce and small relishessuch as spring onions, wasabi, ground ginger, and sesame seedsthat are often served with soy sauce when enjoying sashimi or…
This dinner plate has a beautiful bright blue color. Hibino Ceramic believes that in cooking, tableware is just like the clothes we wear, and that beautiful tableware makes the food look better. This simple and modern texture complements the food. The size D 24.5 cm (9.6 in) is very useful for both main dishes and…
This square sauce plate features a playful depiction of hyottoko, a humorous figure known for his distinctive expression. With bulging eyes and a skewed mouth, hyottoko is traditionally portrayed as a clumsy yet comical character, bringing laughter and lightheartedness wherever he appears. Perfect for everyday use or serving guests, this plate is ideal for soy…
This regular-sized donburi bowl features a charming checkered pattern over an unglazed rustic brown background. Adorned with various traditional designs like the asanoha “hemp leaf” pattern and seigaiha “wave” pattern, each symbolizes continuity and prosperity, carrying the auspicious wish that good fortune will last forever. Its depth helps retain the food’s warmth while adding a…
This regular-sized Japanese donburi rice bowl features sakura, or cherry blossoms, 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…
This Japanese bowl with spout from the “Une” series is made by Taniguchi Seidojo, which has been making Kutani ware clay for three generations. The carefully selected clay of Kutani ware, known as Hanasaka ceramic stone, is inevitably discarded during the clay making process. The silky, transparent, beautiful beige glaze was created to make the…
This nature-themed side plate is part of the Hamorebi series, meaning “sunlight filtering through leaves.” Each piece is beautifully hand-painted by female artisan Sakurai Chie. Using traditional Japanese coloring paintsa hallmark of Kutani warethe painted areas have a slightly raised texture, adding depth and character to the design. Perfect for serving small desserts, fruits, or…
This exquisite side plate features an arabesque pattern. Perfect for presenting side dishes or small sweets, its celadon glaze showcases a gradient of light blue. The subtle textures and intricate patterns on the surface add a touch of sophistication, beautifully enhancing the presentation of the food. Encased in a navy blue paper box, this piece…
This sauce plate features a hand-painted geometric pattern, showcasing the glossy, thick overglaze paint applied by skilled artisans. Each piece is uniquely hand-painted, giving it a warm and inviting texture. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile for serving cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small foods. You can also use it for…
This Japanese bowl features a delicate painting of a bird perching on the Sakura branch. A traditional Japanese pattern is drawn around it, making it a gorgeous bowl. It 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…