This beautiful Japanese oval plate from the Hamorebi seriesmeaning “sunlight filtering through leaves”is hand-painted by female artisan Sakurai Chie. Each piece is meticulously brushed using traditional Japanese color paints, a distinctive feature of Kutani ware. The painted areas are slightly raised, adding texture and depth to the design. The elegant oval shape offers a distinctive…
This dinner plate features a unique pattern reminiscent of sea foam and has an elegant matte texture. Highly versatile plate and suitable for serving the salad, appetizers, and main dish. With this refreshing look, it is a perfect plate for sashimi, sushi, and tempura. The tray-like shape allows for a unique presentation with a small…
This stunning dinner plate combines matte black with muted gold tones, creating an eye-catching and modern design. Its sophisticated color palette makes it a versatile choice for any table setting. Durable and practical, it’s favored by restaurants in Japan and beyond. Ideal for serving sashimi, sushi, or tempura, it also works beautifully for generous servings…
This chrysanthemum shaped side plate features a matte white color, overlaid with a white speckled glaze that looks like snow. Chrysanthemum is a shape often used in Japanese tableware. Chrysanthemums have meanings such as “love” and “true strength” and are known as an auspicious motif. Highly versatile and perfect size as an extra plate for serving…
This is a Arita ware plate by Ri Sanpei (Yi Sam-pyeong) Kiln, a brand by the descendant of Yi Sam-Pyeong, the discoverer of white porcelain ore for Arita ware. This dish is simple, yet dignified and powerful. This design itself is from the early Imari period, about 400 years ago. Chrysanthemums are characterized not only by their beauty…
This chrysanthemum flower shaped Japanese kobachi small bowl is perfect size to put a sauce or side dishes. A chrysanthemum flower represents longevity, rejuvenation and nobility. Its red lines add a fine accent and make it a timeless and versatile piece. It is a versatile small bowl to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small…
This kobachi small bowl is a beautifully decorated item reflecting the high-quality craftsmanship handed down for generations within Arita Porcelain Lab’s long history. The technique displayed in this bowl is called somenishiki where the bowl is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand painted drawings. The character in a…
This regular-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 (1603-1868 CE), when most prints were in black and white. The lid helps keep the…
This yellow stoneware plate is eye-catching. The bumpy surface is unique to stoneware which has a rustic, warm, and chunky texture. The brown glazed rim enhances the vividness of the yellow color. in size is the perfect for a main plate for one person. It can also be served as a salad or appetizer for 2-3…
This regular-sized donburi bowl features a smooth, matte white glaze on the outer rim and inner surface, creating a striking contrast with the textured, natural clay on the faceted exterior. This combination of materials offers both a refined tactile experience and a contemporary appeal. Its depth and straight sides help retain the food’s warmth while…
This sauce plate features a red geometric motif accented with a dash of indigo brushwork adding the warmth and charm of hand-painting. Its compact size and slight depth makes it ideal for serving sauces, garnishes, or small snacks like nuts and candies. You can also use it to present small portions of food or relishes,…
This small plate is shaped like a sword guard (tsuba), a traditional motif that carries a sense of history and craftsmanship. The design is refreshed with vibrant coloring, giving it a modern and stylish impression. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile enough to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small bites….