This splendid rice bowl, graced with delicately painted chrysanthemums and bush clover, encapsulates the essence of nature’s elegance. The understated charm of the painting within adds a delightful surprise, while its exterior showcases a refined simplicity. The design features flowers of chrysanthemum and bush clover, which invite a serene and sublime state of mind. You can…
This set of chopsticks will add sophistication to your dining table, with their enigmatic dark wood and auspicious motif called takara musubi. The ebony chopsticks feature the motif in silver for a cool and stark contrast, while the other pair has a softer appeal with a combination of warm rosewood and gold motif. Takara musubi…
This unique fan-shaped sauce plate features a classic, colorful geometric pattern. Sarasa refers to fabric products made of cotton dyed with multi-colored patterns, which originated in India. 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…
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…
The beautiful black lacquer with red hues peeking through already makes this spoon a work of exceptional craftsmanship. The delicate natural pattern of kabazaiku, or cherry bark work graces the handle and is further decorated in an understated momiji (Japanese maple leaves) motif. The technique used for this spoon is known as tamenuri, which involves a…
Introducing the fruit fork from the “URBAN” series, which harmonizes effortlessly with any type of dishware. It is produced in Tsubame-Sanjo, a region that accounts for 90% of metal utensil production in Japan. The entire fork is designed with a supple curve that resembles the flow of water. This curvature seems to comfortably adapt to your hand…
This small plate is shaped like a sumo referee’s fan, which is used to signal the outcome of a match. Historically, it is said that samurai commanders once used this type of fan to issue commands during battle. With its distinctive form and cultural significance, this plate brings a touch of tradition to your table….
This set includes three small celadon three-footed plates in the shapes of a pine tree, a fan, and a gourd. These shapes are auspicious patterns and are beloved by many in Japan. These small plates are useful for serving small amounts of condiments, delicacies, or dried sweets, and can also double as chopstick rests. They…
This round side plate is crafted by Takayama, a renowned maker of Hasami porcelain, and dyed with seitan, a kind of indigo. The entire surface is adorned with elegant flower motifs in a deep, beautiful blue, creating a refined and calming atmosphere. The pattern transforms petals and leaves into geometric designs, offering a delicate yet…
This elegant petal-rimmed kobachi small bowl is crafted by Takayama, renowned for Hasami porcelain. In the classic blue and white of sometsuke, it features an interior pattern of a blooming peony surrounded by waves and gently falling sakura. The exterior is adorned with karakusa scrollwork of budding vines. This pattern has long been cherished in…
This kobachi small bowl features a beautiful arabesque pattern, one of the representative motifs of Tobe ware. The shade of indigo gives a sense of modern elegance. You can feel the warmth of hand-painting from the patterns using nature motifs. The size is perfect for a small portion of side dishes such as a tangy sunomono…
The motif of this Japanese chopstick rest is a dog waiting patiently in front of a bone. “Mate” means “stay” in English. When you place the chopsticks on the rest, it looks as if the dog is watching over them. From the side or behind, this chopstick rest looks adorable from any angle. The indigo…