This large rice bowl is decorated with gorgeous and lovely mizuhiki motif. The colorful knots give the bowl a nostalgic and graceful feeling.Kanazawa, the birthplace of Kutani ware, is known for its unique and rare traditional craft called Kaga Mizuhiki. Made by Kokuzou Kiln, known for the gentle and warm stoneware with beautiful colors and elegant…
The large plate features Red Fuji, capturing the moment of the rising sun turning Mount Fuji red in a clear early morning. Red Fuji is known to bring good fortune. With the combination of Kutani ware with the masterpiece of the genius artist Hokusai Katsushika, the plate has truly an eye-stopping charm for anyone. The…
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 exquisite side plate features an arabesque pattern. Perfect for presenting side dishes or small sweets, its celadon glaze showcases a gradient of light blue. The subtle textures and intricate patterns on the surface add a touch of sophistication, beautifully enhancing the presentation of the food. Encased in a navy blue paper box, this piece…
A set of five Japanese plates features sleeping cats drawn with a delicate touch.Each one has different hair colors and expressions, and each has its own charm. Whether for everyday use or for entertaining your guests, it can be used in various situations. Perfect as a gift for cat lovers, Japan lovers, or for everyday…
This is a traditional wooden tray with a removable bamboo strainer used for serving cold soba (buckwheat noodles). Made in a classic design, this soba tray is the perfect way to enjoy a restaurant experience in the comfort of your own home. The removable bamboo strainer makes it simple to serve cold soba during hot summer…
This beautiful round dinner plate is part of the Hamorebi series, meaning “sunlight filtering through leaves.” The delicate painting along the rim is hand-painted by female artisan Sakurai Chie. Each piece is carefully adorned using traditional Japanese color paints, a distinctive feature of Kutani ware. The painted areas are slightly raised, adding texture and depth…
This delightful Tobe ware donburi bowl features soft floral patterns in shades of grassy green and light blue, with subtle gold accents. Applied through the unique washi-zome technique, the floral design brings a watercolor-like softness to the white porcelain surface. With a 16.7 cm (6.6 in) diameter, it’s perfect for serving salads, soups, and noodles….
This Echizen lacquerware soup bowl, born from a collaboration with the Aizu lacquerware manufacturer YAMAKYU Japanware Co., captivates with its rich lacquer surface, beautifully showcasing a gourd design. Golden gourds, intertwined with graceful leaves and vines, are brought to life through the traditional maki-e technique, hand-painted lacquer designs adorned with shimmering gold leaf. A final coating…
This regular-sized Japanese ramen bowl showcases a timeless blue-striped pattern that enhances a variety of table settings. Its sleek, straight silhouette offers a contemporary aesthetic, making it a standout choice among ramen bowls. With their irregular hand-painted touch, the vertical stripes follow the beautifully flared shape of the bowl accentuating the overall design. The inner…
This sauce plate features two quails in the grass, painted in the traditional ko-Kutani style. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small foods. You may also set small portions of food or relishes, place it on a larger plate or into a bento box…
The Hozan Kiln Side Plate embodies the earthy textures and colors characteristic of Bizen ware. Rounded pieces of refractory clay are placed between the plates before they are fired in the kiln. As the ashes do not cover these spots, a natural round ring design forms on the plate. The rounded shape resembles a traditional…