The graceful matte celadon texture of this chrysanthemum-shaped main plate conveys tenderness the moment you touch it. The chrysanthemum petals are intricately engraved with varying depths, creating a harmonious interplay of detailed patterns beautifully enhanced by the exquisite shading of the celadon porcelain. Perfect for serving main courses in a Japanese meal or desserts, this…
This kobachi small bowl features a vibrant turquoise glaze, with floral patterns in shades of blue, green, yellow, and pink decorating its surface. The delicate hand-painted details and subtle kannyu crackles add depth and texture, creating a design reminiscent of flowers blooming along a water’s edge. The interior is finished with a luxurious champagne gold glaze,…
This cat-shaped sauce plate fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, bringing a charming and relaxing touch to your dining table with its adorable expression. Each piece is hand-painted by a skilled artisan, giving it a warm, inviting texture. Subtle imperfections such as air bubbles or small hollows are part of its handmade character,…
This large-sized Japanese donburi rice bowl features sakura, or cherry blossoms, framed by dark blue, lattice-like patterns, all rendered in the traditional nishiki-e style. Nishiki-e, meaning “brocade picture,” is a multi-colored woodblock print technique that revolutionized ukiyo-e during the Edo period (1603 CE-1868 CE), when most prints were in black and white. The lid helps keep…
This elegant chopstick rest is adorned with delicate gold leaf, adding a touch of luxury to your table setting. It is crafted using the kinsai technique, in which a transparent glaze is applied over gold leaf before firing. This method ensures that the gold leaf remains intact and retains its brilliance over time. The result…
This sauce plate has a mandala pattern in light white. Mandala is a geometric configuration of a symbols. In various spiritual traditions, mandalas may be employed for focusing attention of practitioners and adepts, as a spiritual guidance tool and as an aid to meditation and trance induction. While Kutani Ware is loved for its vibrant colors, the hachi-kutani series features sauce…
A multitude of leafy curlicues creates a stunning, deep indigo blue arabesque motif on this Japanese bowl. The design of simplified leaves over spiraling vines fills not only the outside, but also the inside the bowl, for a playful ornamental effect. Due to their natural tendency to keep growing, vines are considered to be a…
This small plate is shaped like a treasure bag, an auspicious motif symbolizing wealth and good fortune. Often depicted in art and crafts, it represents an endless source of riches and blessings. With its charming form and meaningful design, it adds a touch of tradition and elegance to your table. Perfectly sized as a sauce…
This exquisite set of Japanese chopsticks features a charming rabbit sitting under a crescent moon. The gold moon, silver rabbit and gold powder in the background lend a touch of fine elegance to the motif. The pairing of a rabbit and moon has been beloved in Japan for ages. According to Japanese folklore, the moon’s…
These ganko bamboo chopsticks are a long-selling product of Yamachiku. They are thick and sturdy, yet light. This product has been updated and is now dishwasher safe. The thick chopsticks are easy to hold, not only for those with large hands, but also for those with a less firm grip, and the tapered tips allow…
The bowl features a beautiful contrast of soft colors on a white canvas, making the most of the distinctive texture of porcelain. The fine touch of flowers are hand-painted by an artisan, adding a touch of elegance to the space. Unlike other kilns from Kutani ware, Ginshu kiln is especially known as its romantic and…
The graceful matte celadon texture of this persimmon-shaped plate conveys tenderness the moment you touch it. Accented with gold, the combination with the pale blue is graceful and sophisticated. The persimmon is a familiar fall delicacy that has been cultivated throughout Japan since ancient times because it is suited to the Japanese climate. With its…