This set, named uchiiwai after the Japanese custom of giving return or thank you gifts, includes two pairs of dark brown-lacquered wood chopsticks with glittering tops. They offer the classy sheen of traditional lacquerware coupled with an eye-catching design. The longer pair measures 22.5 cm (8.8 in) and is accented with green and silver detailing,…
This sauce plate is made 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. It is a simple and suitable piece for any dish, with a lovely small painting of plum blossoms. The thick and round edge gives a soft and welcoming atmosphere….
This gorgeous side plate features a modern interpretation of old Imari. The sakura pattern is painted on the chrysanthemum-shaped plate. The delicate painting and pearlescent beige red color are unique and bring a luxurious atmosphere to the table. Perfect for complementing your everyday meal, as well as a special gift for someone who loves Japanese…
This is a beautiful bowl with a bright camellia flower. It will be your indispensable pair for the table setting. The rim is shaped unevenly waved, brings out the beauty of hand painting with Japanese coloring paint, which is one of the remarkable features of Kutani ware. Kutani ware uses a brush for painting with…
This is a set of chopstick rests, each shaped and painted to resemble a maple leaf, featuring five different colors of maple leaves. Some of the leaves are delicately highlighted with Kinsai gold paint, adding a touch of elegance. The variety of colors and the festive impression of the chopstick rests make them suitable for…
This chopstick rest set, designed in the shape of a shell, features the traditional lion head mask used for shishi-mai or lion dance, and shimenawa, the sacred rice-straw ropes. These items offer stability for your chopsticks and are perfect for enhancing your New Year’s dining table. Shishi-mai, traditionally performed to ward off demons and epidemics, still carries…
This unique mug has a lion’s face on the inside and the whole body and butterflies on the outside. The rim is designed to follow the lion’s mane. The bright yellow color, with shades of watercolor, retains the warmth of hand-painting. With its humorous design and easy to use size, it is recommended for adults…
This plate has a beautiful pomegranate design in the iro-Nabeshima (colored Nabeshima) style on stunning white porcelain. The pomegranate pattern is one of the most representative patterns of Nabeshima ware. As bright orange-red flowers bloom in early summer, the pomegranate fruit ripens in autumn, its thick outer skin breaking open to reveal numerous seeds inside….
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 chopstick rest is shaped like a bamboo culm. In Japan, bamboo is considered a symbol of good luck, along with pine and plum trees. Its ability to stay green even in the cold and grow straight while bearing the weight of snow represents resilience, strength, and growth. Chopstick rests are an essential part…
This is a large soup bowl with a lid. The glossy texture of the surface is beautiful, and the painting of colorful sakura flower give it an elegant atmosphere. The elegant design with tall footing and lid, it is an ideal soup bowl for ceremonial occasion. At New Year’s in Japan, people enjoy a traditional soup…
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…