A beautiful mimosa design is painted on a white porcelain canvas. Small dots painted in gold are scattered, adding a discreet accent to the overall design. The refreshing impression of this plate is a perfect match for whatever you place on it. It is painted by the female artist, Alyne Ohigashi, who was born in…
This is a Arita ware plate by Ri Sanpei (Yi Sam-pyeong) Kiln, a brand by the descendant of Yi Sam-Pyeong. The plate is represented as the moon, with a rabbit hopping around on top of the crater-like spots painted on it. This design is created by using a paper pattern in the shape of a rabbit and…
These chopsticks feature the natural texture of bamboo, adorned with subtle indentations. They have a wider top and a narrower bottom but are overall thicker than standard chopsticks for easier handling. Despite their sturdiness, they are incredibly lightweight, making them ideal for those with a relatively weak grip. Zutto means “permanently” in Japanese, reflecting its…
This set of three pairs of chopsticks, each held together by a rabbit-shaped mizuhiki, gives a festive flair to your table setting. Made of Yoshino cedar, they are light, easy to hold, and can be washed and reused multiple times. They are also thin at both ends, so you can pick up food on either side….
The bowl features a beautiful contrast of brilliant colors on a white canvas, making the most of the distinctive texture of porcelain. The fine touch of the geometric pattern is hand-painted by an artisan from Ginshu kiln, which is especially known for its romantic and playful painting. The painted areas have a slightly raised texture,…
A set of 2 chopstick rests made by Yatsuyanagi, a cherry bark work manufacturerfrom Akita Prefecture. This elegant chopstick rests has a shape of cherry petals, with a decoration of petal motif made of white wood bark on top of cherry bark work. Although small in size, it fully conveys the charm of Akita cherry…
The sauce plate features happy motifs such as a lucky cat, a daruma doll, and a chidori, which are said to bring good luck in Japan. It is a great small plate for celebrating occasions, such as New Year’s Day, birthdays, and housewarming parties. Each piece is painted with Japanese color paint, which is one…
Enjoy the refined natural blue-green luster of celadon with this stylish Japanese rice bowl from Kosen Kiln. With its translucent glaze on the blue-jade hue of celadon, a tranquil atmosphere emanates from its glossy exterior, like the calm surface of a glistening pond. Adorning the surface of the rice bowl are Medaka rice fishes which are depicted…
It is a chopstick rest with a tabby cat with a bell around its neck, looking as if it is sleeping comfortably. The relaxed look will add to the enjoyment of the meal. In Japan, chopstick rests are an indispensable piece for table setting. Although it is a small tableware, you can express your personality…
This small 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 kobachi small bowl features a beautiful arabesque pattern, one of the representative motifs of Tobe ware. The shade of indigo gives a sense of modern elegance. You can feel the warmth of hand-painting from the patterns using nature motifs. The size is perfect for a small portion of side dishes such as a tangy sunomono…
This kobachi small bowl is a simple yet charming piece in blue and white. The pomegranate fruit is hand drawn and painted displaying graceful shades of blue. Little twigs stretching out from behind the leaves are drawn with fine lines. The rim is slightly curved which makes the bowl more sophisticated once held. Surprisingly light-weight…