This bowl showcases dreamy patterns delicately painted by the artisans of Ginshu Kiln, renowned for its romantic and playful pastel-colored designs. The painted areas have a slightly raised texture, a characteristic of Kutani ware, which is traditionally hand-painted using Japanese coloring pigments and a brush. Its versatile size makes it perfect for serving salads, appetizers,…
The graceful matte celadon texture of this sea bream-themed side plate conveys tenderness the moment you touch it. The fish motif is delicately engraved with varying depths, creating a harmonious interplay of patterns beautifully enhanced by the magnificent shading of the celadon porcelain. Sea bream, known as tai in Japanese, has long been served at…
This rectangle side plate features a traditional stripe pattern arranged in contemporary style. Simple yet sophisticated design will bring warmth and comfort to your table setting. The size is perfect for serving sushi, sashimi, and tempura.
This sauce plate features twin birds in the ko-Kutani style, which is known as depicting the nature-themed daring design and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile for serving small foods such as cheese, nuts, and condiments. For a more stylish and sophisticated presentation, you can…
As suggested by its name nanpu, meaning “southern winds,” this bowl features a design that evokes the feeling of a warm breeze. The brush works in blue and brown symbolizing the wind blowing, give the design a natural comfort. The slightly warped rim allows for easy stacking with bowls of the same shape, ensuring convenient storage….
Featuring a round plate exposing the outlines of the red clay, an exquisite balance between the elegance of emerald celadon and the rustic red soil. The glazed surface is smooth with shallow grooves characteristic of “Tobikanna” (chattered pottery). A combination of a century old tradition of Kyoto Celadon pottery, and the folk craft of Kyushu Koishikawara ware,…
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…
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 chopstick rest is shaped like a fresh asparagus stalk. Its elongated design, true to the real vegetable, makes it perfect for holding not only chopsticks but also spoons, forks, and knives. In Japan, chopstick rests are an essential part of table settings. Though small, they offer a way to express personality and seasonal charm,…
The side plate features a large yellow sycamore leaf in ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style, dating back to mid-17th century, depicting the nature-themed daring design and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. With a diameter of 15 cm (5.9 in), it is perfect as an extra plate for the side dishes or desserts. You can use…
This kobachi small bowl set features traditional Japanese house, nature and scenery in Ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style, one of the remarkable painting styles of Kutani ware. Perfect size as a sauce plate. It is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small food. Put a small portion of food or relishes in, place…
This octagonal 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. Perfect for serving small portions of side dishes like tangy sunomono or simmered nimono, it’s also suited for a scoop of ice cream or fresh fruit. The octagonal rim…