Plates

This is a side plate with vibrant colors, featuring hand-painted images that leave a lasting impression and evoke a soft, comforting atmosphere. The unique silhouette of this plate is called “Hishi-gata” in Japanese, inspired by the leaves of the diamond-shaped plant called “Hishi.” It is known for its robust vitality, has been favored as a…

The plate depicts Hokusai’s famous Ukiyoe work, “Sunshu Ejiri“. “Ejiri” is located in what is now Shimizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture. This work shows Hokusai’s talent to capture the moment, such as the lively motion of wayfarer withstanding the wind. With the combination of Kutani ware with the masterpiece of the genius artist Hokusai Katsushika, the…

This dinner plate features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, a signature motif of Tobe ware. The swirling lines are accented with fine red details along the inner rim, adding a subtle vibrancy to the traditional motif.  With its thick, rounded rim, this plate brings a soft, welcoming feel to your table. Durable and crafted for long-term…

This deep dinner plate is handcrafted by Hibino Ceramic. It features a unique pattern reminiscent of sea foam and has an elegant matte texture. As well as its excellent design, it is durable and easy to use which makes it is widely used in restaurants in Japan and overseas. Highly versatile plate and suitable for serving…

This Japanese sauce plate features an elegant pattern of plum blossoms and chrysanthemums, an auspicious combination in Japanese culture. Plum blossoms symbolize vitality as they bloom early, even in the cold of winter, while chrysanthemums are revered as one of the most noble and auspicious flowers, often referred to as the “king of a hundred…

Featuring the distinctive “nami-yu” glaze, which is made from the ashes of the Kyoto forest, the plate has a natural base color in yellowish cream-white.  Founded in 1868 as a Kiyomizu ware wholesaler in Kyoto, Tosen Kiln uses its own blend of soil and glaze, preserving the methods and quality of the works of Nonomura…