This is an elegant porcelain kobachi small bowl set in the shape of a plum. The dish is a lovely size and looks like a little plum blooming in your hand when you hold it. The shape of this porcelain, plum, is also said to bring good luck. The size is perfect to serve any…
This square sauce plate features an auspicious design of an adorable red sea bream. In Japan, sea bream, or tai, has long been served at celebratory occasions. It holds special cultural significance as its name is part of mede-tai, a word that conveys happiness and good fortune. With its playful charm and gentle red hue,…
A beautiful Kutani ware bowl featuring a hand-drawn turnip. This unique design captivatingly showcases the contrast between the pure white exterior and the deep red interior, exuding a strong presence without being overly ostentatious. The bright green leaves and the soft outlines of the yellow turnip are well balanced, creating a warm and impressive painting. Due to…
This gorgeous kobachi small bowl features a modern interpretation of the traditional patterns of old Imari. It has a distinctive twisted shape that makes the dish you serve look stylish. The perfect balance of vivid colors and gold makes it a classy and stunning piece. With this brilliant look, it is great for complementing your everyday…
This mokko-shaped small bowl features a modern interpretation of the traditional classic patterns of old Imari. Mokko is the name for a round squarish shape and is considered an auspicious shape which represents family prosperity. “Aka” means red and “dami” is the name for the technique where the artist first outlines the area to be…
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…
This unique small plate is shaped like two chrysanthemums joined together. One of them features radiating lines colored in indigo blue. Its shape and design make it perfect for serving soy sauce and small relishessuch as spring onions, wasabi, ground ginger, and sesame seedsthat are commonly served with soy sauce when enjoying sashimi or sushi.
This unique Japanese mug 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 a mug sets a bright mood for the dining table.The unique rim follows the shape of the face. With its humorous design and easy to…
Enjoy meal time with this unique plate from Kousai Kiln. This charmingly designed plate is handmade combining the Shigaraki style “Yakishime(high-fired unglazed ceramics)” and traditional “Some-nishiki,” a technique where a product is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand-painted drawings. Stoneware items are rarely seen in Hasami Ware….
This beautifully pale blue plate is simple and versatile suited for any dining table. With a slight curve towards the bottom, the swirly surface with the evenly marked brush stokes enhances the round shape and adds a modern touch. The surface is a bit grainy giving it a more warm and cozy feeling. This plate…
This kobachi bowl features a delicate pattern of shepherd’s purse, a plant that becomes even more distinctive as its heart-shaped seed pods appear. Known as nazuna in Japanese, it’s considered an auspicious symbol believed to ward off evil spirits. The indigo design brings a modern touch while preserving the charm of hand-painted craftsmanship. The size…
This butterfly-shaped sauce plate features a graceful matte celadon texture that conveys tenderness the moment you touch it, enhanced by a moist and gentle surface finish. The butterfly’s wings are designed asymmetrically, creating a vivid appearance that adds a sense of movement to the piece. With its distinctive shape, this plate catches the eye on…