The large plate features the Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai’s ukiyo-e painting The Great Wave, which depicts surging waves and three boats, and silently standing Mount Fuji in the distant background under the golden sky. Throughout his life, Hokusai painted waves as the main subject of his paintings along with Mount Fuji. Hokusai’s expression of the…
The large bowl features a beautiful pink peony, hand-painted by artist Fukuda Yoshinori. A large peony is designed to fit the round bowl, with scattered petals drawn around it and on the outside of the bowl. Rooted in the rich tradition of Kutani ware, Fukuda Yoshinori brings his mastery of akae, Yoshidaya, and ko-kutani styles…
The gorgeous bowl features a lion and peony with a modern interpretation of the traditional classic patterns of old Imari. In Japanese arts, the combination of splendid peony and the imposing tiger is often depicted as regarded as a symbol of bravery and wealth. This gorgeous pattern, expressed by the colorful colors using gold is…
This delightful Tobe ware donburi bowl features soft floral patterns in shades of grassy green and light blue, with subtle gold accents. Applied through the unique washi-zome technique, the floral design brings a watercolor-like softness to the white porcelain surface. With a 16.7 cm (6.6 in) diameter, it’s perfect for serving salads, soups, and noodles….
This is a kobachi small bowl with a lid, crafted from Arita ware porcelain. The bowl features a delicate design of flowers and grasses, decorated using the akae technique (overglaze red enamel), with red as the primary color, complemented by accents of green, purple, blue, and other shades. The same elegant pattern is painted on…
This side plate has a dark brown hue with a matte texture and shimmering crystalline glaze. Its block-like shape and height add a rhythmic touch to any table arrangement, making for an inviting and sophisticated atmosphere. It is just right for placing appetizers, snacks, and sweets in a stylish manner. Its distinctive design makes it an eye-catching…
These triangular cut watermelon chopstick rests are the perfect addition to your dining table. The vivid colors and clear transparency will impart a feeling of natural freshness to your mealtime decor. Only the watermelon in the middle has the bite marks, making it a good design for placing chopsticks. Perfect for summer dining tables and embodying all…
This square kobachi small bowl is crafted by Takayama, a renowned maker of Hasami porcelain, and dyed with seitan, a kind of indigo. The inside of the bowl is beautifully adorned with a design of a rabbit leaping under the moon and the traditional seigaiha pattern of blue ocean waves. The seigaiha motif depicts gently…
This beautiful glossy plate features a shape of a ginkgo leave that is finished with a lacquered technique called “Tame-nuri.” Tame-nuri is a lacquering technique in which the red color can be seen through the translucent lacquer by applying a coat of translucent black lacquer on top of a middle coat of red lacquer….
This set of stylish chopsticks features gold and silver circles on the handles, with a sleek black finish on the lower half. The circular designs and matte finish bring a modern touch to the traditional red and blue chopsticks, making them perfect for a couple. These chopsticks offer a smooth, comfortable grip with subtly textured…
This sauce plate is crafted in a graceful chrysanthemum shape, accented with indigo brushworks that add the warmth and charm of hand-painting. Its compact size makes it ideal for serving sauces, garnishes, or small snacks like nuts and candies. You can also use it to present small portions of food or relishes, placing it on…
This octagonal kobachi small bowl features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, a representative motif of Tobe ware. The deep indigo shade adds a hint of modern elegance. Perfect for serving small portions of side dishes like tangy sunomono or simmered nimono, it’s also suited for a scoop of ice cream or fresh fruit. The octagonal rim…