A unique side plate featuring a man on a skateboard. This kind of free-spirited, playful design is iconic to Kutani Choemon and serves as a wonderful example of how traditional craftsmanship meets modern creativity. This fun and versatile small plate is perfect for serving side dishes, snacks, or desserts during meals and tea time. It…
This splendid rice bowl, graced with delicately painted chrysanthemums and bush clover, encapsulates the essence of nature’s elegance. The understated charm of the painting within adds a delightful surprise, while its exterior showcases a refined simplicity. The design features flowers of chrysanthemum and bush clover, which invite a serene and sublime state of mind. You can…
This sauce plate features fan-shaped motifs alongside an iconic depiction of Mount Fuji. In Japanese culture, the fan motif is regarded as an auspicious symbol that heralds both prosperity and the arrival of good fortune. The technique displayed in this plate is called somenishiki where the plate is first glazed with white and blue patterns…
The essence of a soft spring breeze weaving through delicate cherry blossoms is eloquently expressed in this set of two pairs of chopsticks. An elegant harmony ensues as the cherry blossom motif on each chopstick dances over soft silvery blue and gold. The black Wakasa lacquer base of the chopsticks creates a wonderful contrast with…
These bamboo chopsticks are made by Miyabitake, and the 16.5 cm (6.5 in) size is perfect for children between the ages of four and six. They are lightweight, making them easy for children to hold and use. The design, wider at the top and narrower at the bottom, aids in grasping food efficiently. The slanted…
This larger red dinner plate, with its artisan brushed texture, gives it a sense of dignity and complements all kinds of dishes. It can be used as a serving plate for any types of dish. Appetizers, salad, main dish are the perfect match. The gorgeous colors make it a great choice for layering with plates…
Featuring the distinctive “nami-yu” glaze, which is made from the ashes of the Kyoto forest, the plate has a natural base color in yellowish cream-white. Founded in 1868 as a Kiyomizu ware wholesaler in Kyoto, Tosen Kiln uses its own blend of soil and glaze, preserving the methods and quality of the works of Nonomura…
This soup bowl is hollowed out from Japanese horse chestnut, which is the best material for wood bowls. It has a slightly matte texture in calm vermilion color.The lacquering process, from the base coat to the top coat, has been inspected for designation as a traditional Aizu lacquerware craft.Aizu-e, the traditional design of Aizu lacquerware, is…
This kobachi small bowl set of 5 has a chrysanthemum shape decorated with patterns, which made by modern interpretation of old Imari. The perfect balance of vivid colors, gold and white makes it a classy and stunning piece. It is a great size as a kobachi serving side dishes such as sunomono (vinegared food), aemono (seasoned…
The tender cherry blossoms accentuated with fine petals are carefully rendered on these subtly shimmering chopsticks. They quietly captivate with the undulating depth created by multiple coats of lacquer in walnut brown and vermillion red. Adding to the allure of these chopsticks are the Hasami ware rests, finished in a gentle pink hue. They are…
This small kobachi small bowl features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, a representative motif of Tobe ware. The deep indigo shade adds a hint of modern elegance. Its size is ideal for serving side dishes like tangy sunomono or gently simmered nimono. It’s also perfect for small portions of relishes, which can be placed on a…
This Japanese plate set features a delicate peony painting on a gray glaze with earthy tones. The vibrant blue, yellow, and green hues of Kutani ware stand out against the subtle gray background, creating a striking contrast that blends tradition with a modern aesthetic. With a diameter of 15 cm (5.9 in), it is ideal…