These chopsticks from Matsukan’s Sound of the Sea series are crafted using the raden technique, where intricate cuts of mother-of-pearl are embedded into the lacquer. Lightweight and easy to hold, their tips are finished with a non-slip surface. The chopstick rests are made with a seashell-shaped mold originally used for rakugan, a traditional Japanese confectionery. The…
This large bowl is decorated with a hand-painted arabesque pattern on the rustic texture of stoneware and feels warm and inviting. Its practical design makes it easy to use, combining functionality with charm. The vibrant red hue of the design, which extend to the interior, beautifully frame your food to enhance its presentation like a…
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…
This simple and modern bowl features a beautiful turquoise color. The glaze’s appearance varies uniquely with each piece according to the conditions during firing, resulting in a naturally exquisite shade of blue. The 17.8 cm (7 in) size is perfect for smaller servings of salads, appetizers, aemono (seasoned dishes), or nimono (simmered dishes). Its shallow shape…
This large-sized Japanese donburi bowl features a traditional Japanese pattern called tokusa “horsetail” in blue on white porcelain. The simple yet memorable design makes it suitable for any table setting. The bowl is perfect for gyudon, oyakodon, and other donburi dishes. It can also be used to serve noodle dishes like udon or soba. With its…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard with your favorite ingredients at home with this beautiful Arita ware Chawanmushi bowl from Tasei Kiln. Tenmoku is a ceramic glaze known for its characteristic glossy and very dark colors such as deep brown or maroon, primarily attributed to its iron-bearing composition. Set against the backdrop of the…
This Japanese chopsticks and chopstick rests set showcases a charming design of birds amidst a colorful floral pattern. When aligned, the patterns on each chopstick come together to complete a harmonious scene. The chopsticks are crafted for easy holding with indented handles. Place the chopsticks on their matching rests for a perfectly coordinated setting right…
The motif of this Japanese chopstick rest is a cat waiting patiently in front of fish. “Mate” means “stay” in English. When you place the chopsticks on it, it looks as if it is watching over them. From the side or behind, this chopstick rest looks adorable from any angle. The indigo color looks great on…
This dinner plate has a beautiful bright blue color. Hibino Ceramic believes that in cooking, tableware is just like the clothes we wear, and that beautiful tableware makes the food look better. This simple and modern texture complements the food. The size D 24.5 cm (9.6 in) is very useful for both main dishes and…
This is a beautiful sauce plate with yellow peony flowers drawn in the traditional ko-Kutani style. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is versatile to serve any small food such as cheese, nuts, and condiments. You may also set a small portion of food or relishes, place it on a larger plate or into…
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…
This unique fan-shaped sauce plate features anthropomorphic animals from the famous caricature scroll “Choju-Giga,” painted between the mid-12th and mid-13th centuries which is designated as a national treasure. Next to the anmials, Kozan-ji, the name of a World Heritage temple in Kyoto that owns this scroll is written in Japanese. The plates are available in different…