Kobachi bowl with a lid by MERU, a Mino ware brand.The shape used decades ago as traditional Japanese restaurant tableware has been rearranged in a modern way. The expression of soft ivory color and ingenious design give it a refined impression.Luxurious genuine silver is used for the overglaze painting, and the high quality silver…
These chopsticks are decorated in gold with the akebono “dawn” motif. This word is also used to signify the beginning of a new era or when a new situation is about to unfold. The upper part is coated with urethane resin and the bottom part with lacquer and is dishwasher-safe. These chopsticks have a beautiful glossy…
These chopsticks from Matsukan’s Sound of the Sea series captivate with their vibrant colors and shimmering glitter. The chopstick rests are crafted using a seashell-shaped mold originally used to make rakugan, a traditional Japanese confectionery. On the handle, bright red and teal colors are adorned with tiny sparkling decorations that catch the sunlight, reflecting a…
This Hasami ware bowl features a lovely blue cat. The cat is depicted with slightly pointed ears in an adorable curled-up pose, giving the bowl a unique and charming design. The carefully shaded colors on the body enhance the bowl’s charm, making the overall design even more endearing. The smooth porcelain texture and indigo color…
This beautiful bowl features soft blue flowers as if painted with watercolors. The bright design and shape of the rim resembles blooming flowers, bringing joyful atmosphere on the table. It is painted by the female artist, Alyne Ohigashi, who was born in Philippines. She uses a unique technique called washi-zome (Japanese paper dyeing) and continues her…
Adding ceramic chopstick rests shaped like shells to your table is a great way to bring a refreshing feel. These accessories have an authentic texture which makes them seem like they were taken straight from nature. This particular type of pattern is created through the method known as “Fukizumi” (spraying ink). It involves using water-soluble…
Make teatime at home a more fun occasion with this charming sakura (cherry blossom) pink small plate designed with a sakura pattern in the middle. The light pink sakura blossoms are highlighted on a shiny surface created by a coat of a lustrous glaze. At Tasei Kiln, two skilled female artisans with over 40 years of…
This tonsui bowl stands out for its subtle reddish-brown color. Slightly larger than a typical tonsui, it can hold plenty of soup from a hot pot. By placing your fingers on the handle, you can grip it securely without feeling too much heat. Although tonsui bowls are primarily used for hot pot dishes, they also…
This kobachi small bowl features a chrysanthemum shape and the glossy khaki colored glaze, which enhances the fresh and delicious appearance of the served food. The size is perfect as kobachi to serve any side dish, such as sunomono(vinegared food) , aemono(seasoned or sauced food) and nimono(simmered food) individually.
“Oryoki”, is a functional set of bowls designed to minimize waste in daily life in the practice of Zen Buddhism. It is increasingly attracting attention for its easy-to-use, functional and minimalistic design at the modern table. Starting with the larger bowl, the smaller ones are stacked completely on top of each other in order to allow…
Serve just the right amount of rice to your little ones with this Hasami ware Japanese rice bowl from Oshin Kiln. The rice bowl comes in an adorable soft pink color with cute rabbit faces on the sides. Three yellow polka-dots mark the edge of the bowl. The inside of the rice bowl is in…
This beautiful rectangular plate offers a modern interpretation of traditional old Imari patterns. Reviving a design from 250 years ago, it depicts peonies in full bloom against a fence, alongside a bird about to land on a stack of hay once used to protect plants from heavy winter snow. The authentic feel of old Imari…