The sauce plate features large blue peonies elegantly painted against a yellow background.This is a typical design of the ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style dating back to mid-17th century, depicting the nature-themed daring design and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. With a diameter of 10.5 cm (4.1 in), it is a perfect for serving sauces…
This Japanese plate has light shades of celadon glaze that looks like a white porcelain covered with thin ice. It is created by Taniguchi Seidojo, one of the companies which are dealing premium Kutani ware clay. It is 12 cm (4.7 in) diameter and perfect for serving cheese, nuts, desserts and fruits. You may use…
The plate features a painting of Hokusai’s “The Great Wave off Kanagawa”. Throughout his life, Hokusai painted waves as the main subject of his paintings along with Mount Fuji. Hokusai’s expression of the ever-changing movement of water captures the hearts of those who see it, even in modern times. Each piece is handcrafted by an…
A rich turquoise glaze with a natural gradient flows across the surface, created by expressive, hand-painted brushstrokes. Delicate flowers in soft shades of yellow, blue, and white spread across the plate. The intricate pattern extends beyond the rim, while fine kannyu crackles enhance the textural richness. The generous size and slightly curved form make this…
This rectangular platter, painted in the Ko-Kutani (old Kutani) styleone of the most distinguished painting styles of Kutani warefeatures two rabbits and a flowing stream of water. Completely hand-painted, the vibrant colors stand out beautifully against the pristine white background, creating a striking contrast. Even the foot of the platter is finished in green, showcasing…
This silver dinner plate is an exquisite piece of Arita ware. Its unique curved design and engraved patterns on the surface create an impressive table setting, elevating the presentation of any cuisine it holds. The gourd motif is considered as a lucky symbol in Japanese culture, representing prosperity and abundant offspring due to its plentiful…
This chrysanthemum-shaped oval sauce plate features a matte bronze color that gives it an antique look and makes your dishes look more chic and stylish. Chrysanthemum is a shape often used in Japanese tableware. Chrysanthemums have meanings such as “love” and “true strength” and are known as an auspicious motif. It is made by Hasami…
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…
A small side plate in burgundy, perfect for single servings. Although small in size, the old Imari floral patterns are painted with precision which shows the high quality craftsmanship of the Arita Porcelain Lab tableware. Part of the Japan Autumn series, this piece showcases the beauty of Japanese autumn leaves. All colors in this series are…
This beautiful round Tobe ware plate features a wreath of beautiful flowers in gentle hues of green and light blue. 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 a unique technique called washi-zome. Colors…
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 Japanese plate is inspired by the beautiful shape of a chrysanthemum flower, which represents longevity, rejuvenation and nobility. The drawn red lines add a fine accent which reminds of traditional atmosphere. Highly versatile small plate for meal and teatime. Perfect as an extra palate for the side dish or dessert.