This is a large soup bowl with a lid. The glossy texture of the surface is beautiful, and the gold painting of spear flowers gives it an elegant feel. With its tall footing and lid, it is an ideal soup bowl for ceremonial occasions. At New Year’s in Japan, people enjoy zoni, also known as ozoni,…
This sauce plate features the shape and painting of mallet of lucky, which is said to bring luck to whom shakes it. It is one of the treasures that appear in Japanese narratives and old stories. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile enough to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small bites….
This beautiful dinner plate features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, a signature motif of Tobe ware. The indigo shade adds a contemporary touch to the traditional design. With its thick, rounded rim, this plate brings a soft, welcoming feel to your table. Durable and crafted for long-term use, it’s ideally sized for serving main dishes like sushi,…
A simply stunning plate with finely detailed traditional patterns in various shades of red decorated with gold. Akae, or “red painting,” is one of the classic techniques of Kutani Ware. Detailed patterns with differing shades of a red pigment are added to the Kutani ware that fully cover the surface of the item. To add…
This Kobachi bowl features the traditional Japanese hemp leaf pattern. The hemp leaf is considered as a symbol of good luck meant to ward off evil and is commonly used on kimono and tableware. Employing a technique of “Sometsuke” (underglaze cobalt blue) painting on a base brilliantly fired to a pure white, each piece is…
This is a Hasami ware rice bowl made by Kousai Kiln. It is hand-painted to bring out the warm texture of the clay. The base of the rice bowl is finished in red with a green grape and leaf design. The rough texture of the clay is coated with a glossy, bright glaze that offers different textures….
Introducing the fruit fork from the “URBAN” series, which harmonizes effortlessly with any type of dishware. It is produced in Tsubame-Sanjo, a region that accounts for 90% of metal utensil production in Japan. The entire fork is designed with a supple curve that resembles the flow of water. This curvature seems to comfortably adapt to your…
This Flower and Birds Bellflower Rim Dinner Plate is a splendid piece showcasing the artistry of hand-painted blue drawings on fine durable Mikawachi porcelain. The rim is made in the shape of petals of bellflowers and the dynamic curves of branches are a sign of sophistication. As the flowers and leaves elegantly sprout across the…
This unique Japanese rice bowl has a bicolor cat’s face on the inside and the body and footprints on the outside. The design that looks like an innocent face peeking into the rice bowl sets a bright mood for the dining table. The unique rim follows the shape of the face. With its humorous design and…
This simple and modern plate accentuates the beauty of white porcelain. Like a canvas, this white plate enhances the color of the ingredients and makes them look vivid. The size D 23.5 cm (9.2 in) is very useful for both main dishes and side plates. It is perfect as a sashimi platter, sushi platter, and…
A beautiful crescent-shaped chopstick rest by Kyo ware’s Hozan Kiln is decorated with five types of flowers and grasses and sprinkled with gold dust. Japanese pampas grass and bellflowers, which suit the moon motif, evoke autumn meadows. Boasting a sleek and seamless surface, these ceramic chopstick rests serve as a quintessential addition to your daily dining…
Featuring a round plate exposing the outlines of the red clay, an exquisite balance between the elegance of emerald celadon and the rustic red soil. The glazed surface is smooth with shallow grooves characteristic of “Tobikanna” (chattered pottery). A combination of a century old tradition of Kyoto Celadon pottery, and the folk craft of Kyushu Koishikawara ware,…