This gorgeous Japanese bowl set adorned with a bright red peony is made by Sato Tsuyoshi, a Kutani ware artisan known for his use of bright colors and florals. With brush painting, which is a characteristic of Kutani ware, a thick peony motif is drawn as if it bloomed on bowls, and the center is…
This bowl fascinates with its charming red and white camellia motif, reflecting the beauty of nature. Tsujii Musashi, the artisan behind the kiln, draws inspiration from his surroundings to create pieces that embody a subtle, rustic elegance. The bowl’s refined appearance is further enhanced by gohondenatural pinkish spots that emerge after the firing process. Its…
These five paper fan-shaped chopstick rests all feature different designs of goldfish in the water. One of the designs is of an inky black goldfish and the other four are brilliant red fish. According to Feng Shui beliefs, the red goldfish bestows good luck while the black goldfish absorbs negative energy. Furthermore, the water plants…
This sauce plate features Hokusai’s The Great Wave off Kanagawa beautifully painted on it. Throughout his life, Hokusai depicted waves as the main subject of his artwork along with Mount Fuji. Hokusai’s expression of the ever-changing movement of water captures the hearts of those who see it, even in modern times. One of the masterpieces of…
These are children’s chopsticks made of natural wood and lacquer. The top part of the chopsticks is a deep navy color and is adorned with a gleaming rabbit motif made of natural abalone shell. Three gold rings accentuate the transition into the rich brown color of the lacquered wood. The size is suitable for children…
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 is a gorgeous Kutani ware Japanese plate with a hand-drawn floral pattern all over the plate. Two patterns, a pattern in which natural flowers are in full bloom and a traditional pattern called “Aoichibu”, are combined. “Nishiki” is an expensive silk fabric with a thick ground that weaves a beautiful pattern using two or…
This bowl has a painting of Hokusai’s “The Great Wave off Kanagawa” and it features a warm handicraft shape and a unique foot design. Throughout his life, Hokusai painted waves as the main subject of his paintings along with Mount Fuji. Hokusai’s expression of the ever-changing movement of water captures the hearts of those who…
A beautifully handcrafted children’s rice bowl with an authentic Japanese feel. The charm of this rice bowl is in the hand-painted drawings.Two bunnies sitting side-by-side on an Indigo blue semi-circle with an Arabesque design are hand drawn on each piece. And differing shades of Indigo blue can be enjoyed with the watercolor painting style. The…
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…
A set of charming rabbit chopstick rests from Kyo ware, Hozan Kiln, adorned with five different types of flowers and leaves. You can enjoy each season with designs such as cherry blossoms, chrysanthemums, and autumn leaves. The rabbit’s expression and the golden lines painted in Kinsai technique are incredibly beautiful, making this chopstick rest not only cute…
The meticulously adapted tokusa (horsetail) design, a masterpiece innovatively developed by craftsperson Taniguchi, adorns this bowl from Tosen Kiln. The tokusa pattern is vividly presented in two colors, imparting warmth and depth to the hand-drawn lines. These lines, initially penciled to ensure spacing, defy the impersonal touch of printing, thus infusing the bowl with…