This square sauce plate features a playful depiction of okame, a traditional Japanese mask motif known for its cheerful expression and association with good fortune. Characterized by a round face, short hair, and rosy cheeks, okame is depicted here with a warm smile and full red lips, bringing charm and lightheartedness to the design. Perfect…
This beautiful round dinner plate is part of the Hamorebi series, meaning “sunlight filtering through leaves.” The delicate painting along the rim is hand-painted by female artisan Sakurai Chie. Each piece is carefully adorned using traditional Japanese color paints, a distinctive feature of Kutani ware. The painted areas are slightly raised, adding texture and depth…
The large plate features Red Fuji, capturing the moment of the rising sun turning Mount Fuji red in a clear early morning. Red Fuji is known to bring good fortune. With the combination of Kutani ware with the masterpiece of the genius artist Hokusai Katsushika, the plate has truly an eye-stopping charm for anyone. The…
This side plate features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, a signature motif of Tobe ware. The swirling indigo lines are accented with fine red details along the inner rim, adding a subtle vibrancy to the traditional motif. Perfect for small cuts of grilled dishes, sides, or desserts, this plate combines practicality with aesthetic appeal. The subtly raised…
This unique small plate is shaped like two chrysanthemums joined together. One of them features a petal pattern colored in indigo blue. Its shape and design make it perfect for serving soy sauce and small relishessuch as spring onions, wasabi, ground ginger, and sesame seedsthat are often served with soy sauce when enjoying sashimi or…
This Japanese plate set serves as a versatile option for individual dishes, adding elegance to any meal. Placing matching plates on the table creates a cohesive and refined Japanese dining experience. Characterized by intricate red designs, delicate rim patterns, and subtle gold accents, this style showcases exceptional craftsmanship. The detailed artwork in the Iidaya/Akae tradition…
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,…
A unique side plate featuring a man on a skateboard. This kind of free-spirited, playful design is iconic to Kutani Choemon and serves as a wonderful example of how traditional craftsmanship meets modern creativity. This fun and versatile small plate is perfect for serving side dishes, snacks, or desserts during meals and tea time. It…
The matte celadon texture of this peach-shaped plate conveys tenderness the moment you touch it. Accented with gold, the combination with the pale blue is graceful and sophisticated, making it perfect for celebratory occasions. Delicate peach blossoms are intricately engraved with varying depths, creating a dynamic pattern that enhances the magnificent shading of celadon. Peaches…
This is an easy-to-use plate characterized by a moody green color, reminiscent of a deep forest. Instead of shiny, bright gems, the design is chic and modern, featuring subdued tones and matte textures like Jade gemstones. The deep green tones go well with warm-colored foods such as red, yellow, and orange. Even a few bright colors,…
Like a blank canvas, this white dinner plate enhances the colors of the ingredients, making them appear more vibrant. With a diameter of 28.4 cm (11.1 in), it is versatile and ideal for both main dishes and side plates. It works perfectly as a platter for sashimi, sushi, or tempura.
A serving plate features a fortune scroll with a wavy edge. The combination of colors and the motif gives a traditional and sophisticated atmosphere to your table setting. Kutani ware uses a brush for painting with Japanese coloring paint, as you can see the painted part is slightly. The size is perfect for serving main…