This sauce plate features two quails in the grass, painted in the traditional ko-Kutani style. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small foods. You may also set small portions of food or relishes, place it on a larger plate or into a bento box…
A chic lacquered dessert spoon by Yatsuyanagi. The handle is made of wild cherry bark work and painted with a golden cherry blossom motif. Although small, the combination of different traditional techniques gives it a sophisticated appearance.The 14cm(5.5in) size is suitable as a dessert spoon. Perfect for creating a traditional Japanese atmosphere at the table where Chawanmushi(Japanese steamed…
This striking gift set includes two pairs of Wakasa lacquerware chopsticks with chrysanthemum designs and two chopstick rests shaped like lion masks from the traditional shishi-mai “lion dance.” Each chopstick is decorated with a single chrysanthemum flower. The chrysanthemum flower holds deep significance in Japan as it serves as the emblem of the Imperial Family….
Oryoki is a functional set of bowls designed to minimize waste in daily life, based on Zen Buddhist practices. It has been gaining attention for its ease of use, functionality, and minimalist design, making it ideal for contemporary dining. Its compact design allows even a six-layer set to be stored effortlessly, making it both practical…
These are children’s chopsticks made of natural wood and lacquer. The top part of the chopsticks is a vibrant scarlet red color and is adorned with a gleaming rabbit motif made of natural abalone shell. Three gold rings accentuate the transition into the rich brown color of the lacquered wood. The size is suitable for children…
Imbued with a dark elegance, this regular-sized donburi bowl brings a refined, upscale touch to any meal. The glossy black glaze, enhanced with a subtle metallic sheen, provides the perfect backdrop for bold brushstrokes in brown and white. Crafted on a potter’s wheel, the bowl has a pleasing weight and a warm, tactile quality, making…
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 regular-sized Japanese donburi rice bowl features sakura, or cherry blossoms, 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…
This silver dinner plate is an exquisite piece of Arita ware. Its unique curved design and engraved patterns on the surface create an impressive table setting, elevating the presentation of any cuisine it holds. The gourd motif is considered as a lucky symbol in Japanese culture, representing prosperity and abundant offspring due to its plentiful…
These chopsticks feature a charming sakura, or cherry blossom, patterns on white bamboo and are finished with a sleek lacquer coating. Sakura symbolizes inner beauty and elegance. Bamboo chopsticks are moderately light and very easy to hold. Their flexibility and thin tips make eating effortless and precise. The warm touch and gentle feel of the lacquer further…
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…
A bowl that brings calmness and serenity to the table. This medium-sized bowl is colored in a soothing pearly blue color on the inside and a clear white on the outside. This bowl is deep enough to hold any kind of soup or stew. You might want to use it in the morning for porridge or…