This rectangular side plate features a captivating turquoise in a matte finish, evoking the serene beauty of ocean waves. It brings a pop of color to your dinner table, while the texture of Shigaraki ware adds an element of artisanal charm. The turquoise glaze is hand-mixed using a generations-old formula. The masterfully textured stoneware with…
This is an easy-to-use plate that looks great in the dining room, as is typical of MERU, which specializes in dishes suitable for professional use. Measuring 16.4cm (6.5in), it is suitable for use as a serving dish for one person or for placing salads, appetizers, bread, fruit, etc. The rustic coloring often seen in Japanese…
Embrace the ethereal beauty of the moon with these exquisitely hand-painted chopsticks from Matsukan’s Crystal series. Set alongside are two Hasami ware chopstick rests in pale yellow and soft pink. Featuring shimmering full moons that float on a cosmic black canvas, the Gold Moon set radiates a tranquil yet mystical aura. The Pink Moon set…
These chopsticks are made of ebony, a famous wood with a sense of luxury and dignity. The gold line in the center of the chopsticks adds a nice accent, giving them a simple yet modern impression. Ebony has become increasingly rare over the years, and its use as a material for chopsticks is decreasing. The…
The harmony between white porcelain and blue paintings is the beauty of this Mikawachi ware plate. Two raspberry branches painted in flowing, fine lines are superbly composed, and the small round raspberry berries gracefully match the sharpness of the leaves and branches. The shades of blue display an exquisite gradation, painted carefully by skilled craftspeople using…
This square kobachi small bowl is crafted by Takayama, a renowned maker of Hasami porcelain, and dyed with seitan, a kind of indigo. The inside of the bowl is beautifully adorned with a design of a rabbit leaping under the moon and the traditional seigaiha pattern of blue ocean waves. The seigaiha motif depicts gently…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl. A strikingly elegant blue and rustic brown flow across its side with a plum-shaped handle adding a a distinctive touch to the overall design. The hand-painted gold chrysanthemums and silver grass are subtle yet refined. Versatile in size and shape, this piece…
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…
This gorgeous side plate in the shape of a chrysanthemum flower is a modern interpretation of the traditional patterns of old Imari. A pattern is painted in dark red and gold, with landscape motifs in blue and green. The perfect balance of vivid colors, gold and white make it a classy and stunning piece. It…
Delicate blossoms scattered over a soft gradient of colors evoke the image of cherry blossoms, sakura in Japanese, floating on a clear day. Subtle touches of glitter enhance the impression of a bright spring day, perfect for enjoying sakura in full bloom. Further adding to the allure are the Hasami ware chopstick rests in a…
The graceful matte celadon texture of this sakura, or cherry blossom, side plate conveys tenderness the moment you touch it. Cherry blossoms are delicately engraved with varying depths, creating a harmonious interplay of deep and shallow patterns, beautifully enhanced by the magnificent shading of the celadon porcelain. It is perfect as an additional plate for…
The large bowl features a beautiful pink peony, hand-painted by artist Fukuda Yoshinori. A large peony is designed to fit the round bowl, with scattered petals drawn around it and on the outside of the bowl. Rooted in the rich tradition of Kutani ware, Fukuda Yoshinori brings his mastery of akae, Yoshidaya, and ko-kutani styles…