A beautifully handcrafted children’s cup with an authentic Japanese feel. The charm of this cup is in the hand-painted drawings.Two bunnies sitting side-by-side on a soft pink semi-circle with an Arabesque design are hand drawn on each piece. And differing shades of pink can be enjoyed with the watercolor painting style. The bunnies and the…
This delightful Japanese rice bowl showcases a dog’s face on the inside and its body with playful footprints on the outside. The charming design, with an innocent face peeking into the bowl, brings a cheerful vibe to your dining table. The unique rim follows the shape of the dog’s face. With its humorous design and…
This plate has a warm texture of stoneware and decorated with lovely hand-painted red, yellow, and green flowers around the rim. A perfect size for serving appetizers, salads, and desserts. It is made by Kokuzou Kiln, known for its gentle and warm stoneware, and features beautiful water color-like painting and elegant designs which blend in…
As suggested by its name nanpu, meaning “southern winds,” this bowl features a design that evokes the feeling of a warm breeze. The brush works in blue and brown symbolizing the wind blowing, give the design a natural comfort. The slightly warped rim allows for easy stacking with bowls of the same shape, ensuring convenient storage….
The beautiful white hue of this small ramen bowl is a hallmark of Shino ware. The speckled glaze creates a design that feels both liberating and sophisticated. Shino ware is a type of Mino ware, originally fired in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, during the Azuchi-Momoyama period (1573-1603 CE). While most of the bowl is glazed, offering…
The gorgeous platter features hibiscus flowers painted on its entire surface. The blooming large yellow blooms and spreading green leaves create a beautiful contrast. It is hand-painted by brush, using Japanese paint called wa-enogu which is one of the remarkable features of Kutani ware, as you can see the painted part is slightly thickened. This…
This round side plate is crafted by Takayama, a renowned maker of Hasami porcelain, and dyed with seitan, a kind of indigo. The plate is adorned with a delicate rinka petal pattern, featuring elegantly connected flower petals in a circular design. Traditionally, the rinka pattern has been cherished in Japan as a symbol of happiness…
This kobachi small bowl features a stripe pattern with an accent of red and green dots. The shade of indigo adds a modern touch, while the rustic motif reflects the warmth of hand-painted craftsmanship. It is ideal for serving small portions of various side dishes, such as tangy sunomono and slowly simmered nimono. The shape stands out with…
This sauce plate features the iconic lucky cat on a vibrant red background. Inspired by Aoki Mokubei, the plate is decorated in the Mokubei style of Kutani ware, where intricate designs in the traditional five Kutani colors are elegantly set against a rich red base. Today, lucky cats are well-known symbols of wealth and good…
This beautiful rectangular plate offers a modern interpretation of traditional old Imari patterns. Reviving a design from 250 years ago, it depicts peonies in full bloom against a fence, alongside a bird about to land on a stack of hay once used to protect plants from heavy winter snow. The authentic feel of old Imari…
The warm reddish-brown color and rustic texture enhance the dining experience, seamlessly complementing any table setting. Versatile and durable, this deep side plate is perfect not only for traditional Japanese cuisine but also for a variety of dishes, including Spanish and Southern European specialties like ajillo and tapas. Additionally, its heat-resistant design allows for direct…
This Japanese sauce plate features Japanese traditional tile patterns. Kutani ware uses a brush for painting with Japanese coloring paint, as you can see the painted part is slightly thickened. Perfect size as a sauce plate. It is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small food. You may also put a small…