This elegant kobachi small bowl is crafted by Takayama, renowned for Hasami porcelain. In the timeless blue and white of sometsuke, it features at its center an adorable rabbita lovely discovery for the diner once they’ve eaten the cuisine inside. Surrounding the sides is a traditional wari-kusabana pattern: stemmed flowers and grass separated from each…
Imbued with a dark elegance, this regular-sized ramen bowl adds a refined, upscale touch to any meal. The glossy black glaze, accented with a subtle metallic iridescence, serves as the perfect canvas for bold, impressionistic brushstrokes in brown and white, creating a striking visual statement. Crafted on a potter’s wheel, the bowl has a satisfying…
This stunning plate is made by Yatsuyanagi, a manufacturer of cherry bark work from Akita Prefecture. It features delicate cherry blossom decorations using light-colored cherry bark and shell inlays, set against a meticulously crafted checkerboard pattern for a traditional feel. The size is ideal for serving sweets and light meals in a sophisticated setting. It…
This chopstick rest set, designed in the shape of a shell, features the traditional lion head mask used for shishi-mai or lion dance, and shimenawa, the sacred rice-straw ropes. These items offer stability for your chopsticks and are perfect for enhancing your New Year’s dining table. Shishi-mai, traditionally performed to ward off demons and epidemics, still carries…
This set includes two pairs of chopsticks and two chopstick rests in soft colors with a cherry blossom motif. The chopstick rests are made of paper and feature a mizuhiki knot design that carries the congratulatory meaning of “making a connection.” They are coated with urethane resin and are dishwasher-safe. “Arigatou” means “thank you,” and…
This large-sized serving bowl features one of the signature motifs of Tobe ware. The graceful arabesque design is brought to life by the warmth of its dynamic hand-painted brushstrokes, inspired by nature and the striking contrast of indigo on porcelain white. The extended pattern inside the bowl creates a rich and harmonious design. Renowned for…
This beautifully gold dinner plate, with its artisan brushed texture, gives it a sense of dignity and complements all kinds of dishes. It can be used as a main plate for any types of dish. Appetizers, salad, main dish are the perfect match. The gorgeous colors make it a great choice for layering with plates…
This square medium bowl features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, one of the representative motifs of Tobe ware. The indigo shade adds a modern touch, while the natural motifs convey the warmth of hand-painted craftsmanship. It is ideal for serving various side dishes, such as tangy sunomono and slowly simmered nimono. The shape stands out with…
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 is an elegant set of five sauce plates, exquisitely crafted in the vibrant Yoshidaya style, a celebrated tradition within Kutani ware. Unusually for Kutani ware, which is commonly made of porcelain, these plates are made from stoneware. The sides and the back of the plates retain the natural texture of unglazed clay. The overglaze…
The image of graceful weeping sakura, cherry blossoms, of Gion, Kyoto is depicted on these chopstick rests from Tosen Kiln. Weeping cherry blossoms are one of the representative flowers of Kyoto, and express Kyoto’s unique atmosphere. The pink and pale green of the cherry blossoms beautifully decorate the yellowish cream white color of the Kiyomizu ware…
This serving tray is the result of a collaboration between a matte, subdued aluminum tray and a deep, moist Echizen lacquerware tray. “Sayagata” is one of the auspicious patterns meaning prosperity and longevity of a family. It is a diagonal overlay of the Sanskrit character for Manji (Buddhist cross). It can be used as a…