This is a set of chopstick rests depicting maple leaves that have turned red, created by Hozan Kiln of Kyo ware. The deep red color, reminiscent of wine red, is complemented by hand-painted gold lines, resulting in a chic impression. This design is recommended as an accent for a calm and autumnal table setting. Boasting…
This sauce plate features Hokusai’s The Great Wave off Kanagawa beautifully painted on it. Throughout his life, Hokusai depicted waves as the main subject of his artwork 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. One of the masterpieces of…
This is a serving tray made by Mr. Kiyoteru Morita, a renowned undercoat craftsman of Echizen lacquerware. This tray is a stunning item that can be used to plate sushi and tempura. It can also be used to serve appetizers, main dishes, and desserts, or can be combined with small plates, bowls, and ochoko (sake…
This is an elegant set of five sauce plates, exquisitely crafted in the vibrant Yoshidaya style, a celebrated tradition within Kutani ware. Unusually for Kutani ware, which is commonly made of porcelain, these plates are made from stoneware. The sides and the back of the plates retain the natural texture of unglazed clay. The overglaze…
This Japanese plate has light shades of celadon glaze that looks like a white porcelain covered with thin ice. It is 18 cm (7.1 in) diameter and perfect for serving side dishes, bread, desserts and fruits. You may use it as an extra plate for your guest. With the combination of their deep knowledge about…
This is a coffee spoon from the “MODERN WABI SABI” series, characterized by a fusion of traditional and stylish ambiance. It is crafted in Tsubame-Sanjo, a region that accounts for 90% of domestic metal utensil production in Japan. This elegant and high-quality cutlery is designed by Yukari Nishida, a ceramic artist from Arita ware. The…
The sauce plate features large blue peonies elegantly painted against a yellow background.This is a typical design of the ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style dating back to mid-17th century, depicting the nature-themed daring design and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. With a diameter of 10.5 cm (4.1 in), it is a perfect for serving sauces…
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 sauce plate features a refined pine, bamboo, and plum motif alongside an iconic depiction of Mount Fuji. In Japanese culture, pine, bamboo, and plum are regarded as auspicious symbols that herald both good fortune and longevity The technique displayed in this plate is called somenishiki where the plate is first glazed with white and…
These are children’s chopsticks made of natural wood and lacquer, embellished with maki-e, a traditional lacquerware technique. The top ends are cut diagonally with a charming star pattern. Perfect for children from around five to nine years old, these chopsticks feature square tips for easy handling. The joy children experience using them makes this pair…
This karako sauce plate is a captivating and unique piece, showcasing the traditional sometsuke blue and white porcelain. The plate now features hand-drawn and painted karako – Chinese-style depictions of children – displaying graceful shades of blue. These playful images of children are depicted with fine lines and gentle soft shades, bringing a heartwarming and whimsical…
This easy-to-use chrysanthemum-shaped sauce plate showcases a design called an octopus arabesque pattern among arabesque patterns. The name “octopus arabesque” comes from the fact that the shape of the spiraling vine with leaves on the outside resembles the octopus’s legs. It is one of the classic patterns and is found on many Japanese tableware. The plates…