These Echizen Lacquerware side plates are exquisite items combining the elegant black shine of lacquer with the detailed gold designs made with “Chinkin.” “Chinkin” is a traditional technique used to create detailed designs with gold and silver on lacquerware surfaces. Unlike Maki-e, where gold leaves and powder are directly applied to a surface, for Chinkin, shallow…
This beautiful round plate features blue flowers as if painted with watercolors. The bright design resembles blooming flowers, bringing a joyful atmosphere to the table. It is painted by the female artist, Alyne Ohigashi, who was born in the Philippines. She uses a unique technique called washi-zome (Japanese paper dyeing) and continues her ideal stoneware-making in…
This Japanese plate has light shades of celadon glaze that looks like a white porcelain covered with thin ice. It is 18 cm (7.1 in) diameter and perfect for serving side dishes, bread, desserts and fruits. You may use it as an extra plate for your guest. With the combination of their deep knowledge about…
This rectangle-shaped dinner plate 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. Perfect for serving appetizers, both main dish and side dish. Perfect as sashimi plate, sushi plate, tempura plate, and wagyu plate. With this…
This small plate features a Japanese floral pattern. The area around the flower is painted in bright sky blue with a brush, using Japanese coloring paint which is one of the remarkable features of Kutani ware. The square shape with blunt corners and slightly uneven shape has the warmth of handcraft. The size is perfect…
This elegant flower shaped large bowl features hand-painted plum motifs and raised arabesque patterns. The painting stands out beautifully on the white porcelain, as you can see the painted part is slightly thickened by using a brush for painting. A fine pattern is drawn on the foot, making it a beautiful bowl from any angle. Both…
This easy-to-use Japanese rice bowl features a cat playing with red yarn on a smooth porcelain which is typical of Hasami Ware. With a diameter of 11.4cm(4.5in), it is a perfect bowl for serving an average portion of rice. There is also a teacup in the same series. How about matching them as a gift for friends and…
This unique fan-shaped sauce plate features anthropomorphic animals from the famous caricature scroll “Choju-Giga,” painted between the mid-12th and mid-13th centuries which is designated as a national treasure. Next to the anmials, Kozan-ji, the name of a World Heritage temple in Kyoto that owns this scroll is written in Japanese. The plates are available in different…
This beautiful 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 to…
This cat-shaped sauce plate fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, bringing a charming and relaxing touch to your dining table with its adorable expression. Each piece is hand-painted by a skilled artisan, giving it a warm, inviting texture. Subtle imperfections such as air bubbles or small hollows are part of its handmade character,…
This beautifully small golden plate with its artisan brushed texture, gives it a sense of dignity and complements all kinds of dishes. It can be used as an extra plate for any types of dish. Appetizers, salad, bread and desserts are the perfect match. The gorgeous colors make it a great choice for layering with plates…
This easy-to-use chrysanthemum-shaped sauce plate features twisted lines radiating towards the center, giving the piece a classical feel. This plate is available in different designs, so you can collect them for a more enjoyable table setting. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small foods. Or…