This sauce plate features a landscape with quince flowers in ko-Kutani (old 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…
Featuring the distinctive “nami-yu” glaze, which is made from the ashes of the Kyoto forest, the plate has a natural base color in yellowish cream-white. Founded in 1868 as a Kiyomizu ware wholesaler in Kyoto, Tosen Kiln uses its own blend of soil and glaze, preserving the methods and quality of the works of Nonomura…
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 unique rice bowl has a rabbit’s face on the inside and the back of two rabbits on the outside. The rim is designed to follow the rabbit’s face. The expression of the rabbit, and the combination of pink and white colors are very adorable. With its humorous design and easy to use size, it…
This regular-sized Hasami ware bowl has a unique square shape. The interior rim and bottom are adorned with a design of delicate floral and traditional geometric patterns, offering a beautiful contrast between the rustic clay texture and elegant painted design. Handcrafted on a potter’s wheel, the rough texture of the clay feels satisfying to the…
This small-sized Japanese donburi rice bowl features peonies, framed by dark blue, lattice-like patterns, all rendered in the traditional nishiki-e style. Nishiki-e, meaning “brocade picture,” is a multi-colored woodblock print technique that revolutionized ukiyo-e during the Edo period (1603-1868 CE), when most prints were in black and white. The lid helps keep the food warm and…
This charming chopstick rest embodies the elegance and whimsy of cats. Hand-painted blue lines depict the adorable sleeping faces of two cats, each slightly different from the other, creating a sense of serenity and humor. It is not just a functional piece, but a conversation starter at any dining setting. This rest boasts a stable weight ensuring…
This unique plate is shaped like three flowers connected together, each in a different color: white, light blue, and blue. Its shape and design make it perfect for serving soy sauce and small relishessuch as spring onions, wasabi, ground ginger, and sesame seedswhich are commonly served alongside soy sauce when enjoying sashimi or sushi.
This is an easy-to-use deep plate characterized by a moody green color, reminiscent of a deep forest. Instead of shiny, bright gems, the design is chic and modern, featuring subdued tones and matte textures like Jade gemstones. The deep green tones go well with warm-colored foods such as red, yellow, and orange. Even a few bright…
This Japanese plate has light shades of celadon glaze that looks like a white porcelain covered with thin ice. It is 18 cm (7.1 in) diameter and perfect for serving side dishes, bread, desserts and fruits. You may use it as an extra plate for your guest. With the combination of their deep knowledge about…
This medium bowl features a stunning gold interior and a crisp white exterior, creating a striking contrast. Its deep design makes it perfect for holding soups, stews, or other hearty dishes. Whether you’re enjoying porridge in the morning or a fresh, leafy salad in the evening, this versatile bowl fits any meal. The bowl has…
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…