This square sauce plate features an auspicious design of a lucky cat, or maneki neko in Japanese. The delightful illustration showcases an adorable lucky cat raising its left paw in an inviting gesture while holding a golden koban coin in its right. The koban symbolizes prosperity, and the raised left paw is believed to beckon…
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 modern shiny black Japanese plate features a brush mark on the surface which gives a traditional and arty impression. It is great for serving appetizers, main dish and side dish. Perfect as plate for sashimi , sushi, tempura. With this shape, you may use it as a serving tray for sake set or for…
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…
This beautifully crafted platter features the design of two cranes facing each other. The pine trees and waves drawn in the background are common sights on the coast of Japan where pine trees are often planted. It is an eye-catching plate with beautiful colors and bold composition of Kutani color. It is hand-painted by brush,…
This serving tray is the result of a collaboration between a matte, subdued aluminum tray and a deep, moist Echizen lacquerware tray. “Sayagata” is one of the auspicious patterns meaning prosperity and longevity of a family. It is a diagonal overlay of the Sanskrit character for Manji (Buddhist cross). It can be used as a…
This item is a beautifully crafted wooden plate with a hazy moon motif created with gold leaves from Kanazawa. This plate is about 24 cm (9.4 in) and is extremely light and easy to hold. The deep black color of the lacquer exquisitely expresses the calmness of a dark night sky, and the delicate…
This square sauce plate features a unique depiction of an auspicious treasure boat. In Japanese tradition, the treasure boat is a mythical vessel said to carry the Seven Gods of Good Fortune along with gold, silver, and other treasures during the first three days of the New Year. The character on the sail symbolizes “treasure,”…
This plate has a warm texture of stoneware and lovely hand-painted sakura (cherry blossoms) which symbolizes inner beauty, elegance and good education in Japan. It is made by Kokuzou Kiln, known for its gentle and warm stoneware, and features beautiful watercolor-like painting and elegant designs which blend in modern life style. The large size of this…
A smaller size side plate 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. The blue tones are arranged in a modern way, and each piece is individually brushed by craftsmen to create an incomparable elegance….
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…
This easy-to-use chrysanthemum-shaped sauce plate features sakura cherry blossoms. Combined with the chrysanthemum shape, it creates an elegant atmosphere. This plate is available in different designs, so you can collect them for a more enjoyable table setting. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small…