A sauce plate features flying Japanese cranes as if they are dancing. Kutani ware uses a brush for painting with Japanese coloring paint, as you can see the painted bird is slightly thickened and standing out. The crane is known to be a symbol of longevity and prosperity. The size is great as an extra plate….
This sakura-shaped sauce plate features a hand-painted sea bream, a symbol of good fortune in Japan often associated with celebrations. It makes a thoughtful gift for expressing gratitude or congratulations. Perfectly sized for serving sauces, nuts, or candies, it also works beautifully as a small dish for relishes or side portions. Place it on a…
This large rice bowl is decorated with gorgeous and lovely mizuhiki motif. The colorful knots give the bowl a nostalgic and graceful feeling.Kanazawa, the birthplace of Kutani ware, is known for its unique and rare traditional craft called Kaga Mizuhiki. Made by Kokuzou Kiln, known for the gentle and warm stoneware with beautiful colors and elegant…
A beautiful Kutani ware bowl featuring a hand-drawn turnip. This unique design captivatingly showcases the contrast between the pure white exterior and the deep red interior, exuding a strong presence without being overly ostentatious. The bright green leaves and the soft outlines of the yellow turnip are well balanced, creating a warm and impressive painting. Due to…
This serving tray is the result of a collaboration between a matte, subdued aluminum tray and a deep, moist Echizen lacquerware tray. Shippo is a pattern in which parallel circles of the same size are overlaid one quarter on top of the other, resulting in a continuous combination of a diamond-like shape and a petal-like shape….
This is a large soup bowl with a lid. The natural luster and soft silver color are unique to lacquer and have a very elegant atmosphere. Bowls with lids are less likely to get cold and look beautiful, making them ideal for special events such as New Year’s, or when entertaining guests. If you are…
This charming soup bowl is sized for children to hold with ease, adding warmth and playfulness to mealtime. An artisan has delicately hand-painted an adorable bear motif, showcasing fine craftsmanship in every detail. Hollowed from domestic wood and finished with a smooth lacquer, it has a slightly thicker design to prevent heat from transferring to…
Put a smile on your face using this unique small Yunomi teacup from Kousai Kiln. This charmingly designed cup is handmade combining the Shigaraki style “Yakishime(high-fired unglazed ceramics)” and traditional “Some-nishiki,” a technique where a?product is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand-painted drawings.Stoneware items are rarely…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl. Painted with a straw pattern called mugiwarade, rendered here in several delicate colors creating a feeling that is both intriguing and subdued. Each brush stroke starts out thick and tapers out at the end, which adds a subtle interest to this…
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 regular-sized Japanese ramen bowl showcases a timeless blue-striped pattern that enhances a variety of table settings. Its sleek, straight silhouette offers a contemporary aesthetic, making it a standout choice among ramen bowls. With their irregular hand-painted touch, the vertical stripes follow the beautifully flared shape of the bowl accentuating the overall design. The inner…
This charming Tobe ware Japanese rice bowl features a beautiful flower in a gentle light blue on the inside and a soft green on the outside. The subtle colors decorate the blooming flowers painted on a white porcelain canvas. Small dots painted in gold are scattered, adding a discreet accent to the overall design. Higashi Kiln employs…