This small porcelain plate has auspicious design patterns: “Nami Chidori,” plovers and waves, and “Karakusa,” an arabesque design. Nami Chidori, a combination of a plover and a wave, means “to overcome rough seas together.” Arabesque designs are considered a symbol of longevity and prosperity of offsprings, as arabesque, the vine, extends its stems in all directions….
This chrysanthemum shaped oval dinner plate features a matte white color, overlaid with a white speckled glaze that looks like snow. Chrysanthemum is a shape often used in Japanese tableware. Chrysanthemums have meanings such as “love” and “true strength” and are known as an auspicious motif. Perfectly sized to plate an array of side dishes such…
This side plate features a beautiful contrast of brilliant colors on a white canvas, making the most of the distinctive texture of porcelain. The fine touch of flowers are hand-painted by an artisan from Ginshu kiln, which is especially known as its romantic and playful painting. The painted areas have a slightly raised texture, a…
This exquisite plate beautifully combines the intricate patterns of Imari style with a modern aesthetic suitable for everyday tableware. Lightweight and durable, it features a wave-patterned rim that strikes an elegant balance between vibrant colors and pristine white. The rim boasts a diverse array of motifs, culminating in a captivating and imaginative display. Prominently, the…
A multitude of leafy curlicues creates a stunning, deep indigo blue arabesque motif on this Japanese bowl. The design of simplified leaves over spiraling vines fills not only the outside, but also the inside the bowl, for a playful ornamental effect. Due to their natural tendency to keep growing, vines are considered to be a…
This cute flower-shaped white sauce plate has Ishidatami (cobblestone) designs which are believed to bring good luck in terms of eternity, development, expansion and prosperity because of its continuity pattern. This cobblestone pattern was also adopted as the emblem for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. While Kutani ware is loved for its vibrant colors, the hachi-kutani series…
This chawanmushi (Japanese steamed egg custard) bowl has a simple and modern design which looks great on any table. If you make chawanmushi with it, it will give you the authentic taste and atmosphere of a Japanese restaurant. When the lid is removed, it can also be used as a teacup. The Tokusa series by the…
This bowl stands out with its stunning indigo glaze. The exterior has a slightly rough texture, preserving the natural warmth and character of the clay. Created with its unique shape as a tonsui, this bowl is primarily intended as a serving bowl for hot-pot dishes. It also works wonderfully for holding noodle dipping sauces or as…
This sauce plates feature red peonies and traditional patterns around them, painted in four of the five colors of the ko-Kutani style: green, yellow, purple, and dark blue. This versatile plate is perfect for various occasions, from everyday meals to tea time. It’s ideal for serving small foods such as cheese, nuts, and condiments. For…
This side plate features a “Tokusa” line extending from the center and a petal-like design. The 7.1in diameter is just right for serving appetizers, side dishes and desserts. The “Tokusa” series by the Hasami ware company Fukuhou Kiln was first produced in 1976. Since then, it has become a long seller as a standard item….
This is a Japanese small plate with a plum blossom pattern on a beautiful blue-green background. Plum blossoms have been a favorite flower in Japan for a long time, and are a motif often used in kimonos and tableware. The plum blossoms are considered to be auspicious, as they are the first to bloom…
This bowl is designed with a “Tokusa” pattern drawn by hand with a broom-like brush to make the thin blue lines centering to the middle of the bowl. Originally made in the size to serve a single portion of sashimi or pickled vegetables in a traditional style meal at a tea ceremony, it can be…