This sauce plate features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, a classic motif of Tobe ware. The deep indigo shade adds a modern touch, while the textured surface, reminiscent of woven cloth, brings warmth and a unique tactile charm to the piece. Its compact size makes it ideal for serving sauces, condiments, or small snacks. You can…
This boat-shaped dinner plate showcases a beautiful celadon glaze with a gradient of light blue. Designed like a boat, it is an eye-catching item just by placing it on the table. The seigaiha “wave” pattern symbolizes good fortune, with its spreading ripples representing the expansion of positive relationships. It is an excellent piece for serving…
This sauce plate features a refined pine, bamboo, and plum motif alongside an iconic depiction of Mount Fuji. In Japanese culture, pine, bamboo, and plum are regarded as auspicious symbols that herald both good fortune and longevity The technique displayed in this plate is called somenishiki where the plate is first glazed with white and…
This rectangular ivory-hued plate is adorned with an intricately hand-painted dragon design, crafted with exceptional skill by a master artisan. Every detail, from the dragon’s whiskers and scales to the swirling clouds around it, is brought to life with remarkable precision. The image of the five-clawed dragon, originating from China and later embraced in Japan,…
Enjoy the elegant design of a Japanese maple leaf adorned with the refined beauty of natural blue-green lustered celadon in this stylish sauce plate from Kosen Kiln. With its translucent glaze on the blue-jade hue of celadon, a tranquil atmosphere emanates from its glossy exterior, like the calm surface of a glistening pond. Adorning the surface of…
This square sauce plate features an auspicious design of an adorable red sea bream. In Japan, sea bream, or tai, has long been served at celebratory occasions. It holds special cultural significance as its name is part of mede-tai, a word that conveys happiness and good fortune. With its playful charm and gentle red hue,…
This dinner plate features a stunning blue gradient reminiscent of the tranquil shallows of the sea, bringing a serene and refreshing ambiance to your table setting. Designed for durability and practicality, it is a preferred choice in restaurants across Japan and internationally. Its generous size makes it ideal for serving main dishes, enhancing the presentation…
This plum-shaped sauce plate is made by Ri Sanpei (Yi Sam-pyeong) Kiln, a brand by the descendant of Yi Sam-Pyeong, the discoverer of white porcelain ore. The thick and round edge gives a soft and welcoming atmosphere. It is a perfect size for serving sauce or snacks like nuts and candies. Also, you can put a…
This is a sauce plate with arabesque pattern on white glaze. It is an eye-catching piece on the table with a rustic and warm atmosphere that brings out the best of hand-drawn lines and handmade shapes. There are two places to put sauces and condiments, which is convenient when eating sashimi. It is also deep…
This sauce plate features the lovely shape of the rabbit. Each piece is hand-painted, making the texture of the plate warm and appealing. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile enough to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small bites. You can also use it to hold a small portion of food or relishes,…
This side plate features large yellow peony flowers. This is a classic design of the ko-Kutani style dating back to the mid-17th century, depicting the nature-themed daring design and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. With a diameter of 15 cm (5.9 in), it is ideal as an extra plate for side dishes or desserts….
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…