These chopsticks have a modern look with their combination of chic brown and black. The chopstick tips have a slightly rough texture, making them easy to pick up food with. The chopsticks are 23.5 cm (9.3 in) long, sturdy, stable, and easy to hold even for people with large hands. They are made of natural…
This gift set includes chopsticks lavishly decorated with a cherry blossom pattern and chopstick rests in the shape of hagoita, Japanese wooden paddles, with an auspicious rabbit design. Cherry blossoms, or sakura, have long been beloved in Japan and the impressive sight of them in full bloom has come to symbolize prosperity and abundance. Smooth…
This beautiful, gold sauce plate is shaped like a Heartleaf philodendron or heart-leaf. The veins of the leaves are intricately etched onto the tray’s surface, using techniques from Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture. It weighs a mere 54g(1.9oz) and its slender design by Kaichiro Yamada, KAICHI DESIGN, makes it easily stackable. The sauce plate is an ideal size to…
This small square kobachi 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…
Enjoy eating rice from this cute rice bowl designed with a playful cat from Kousai Kiln. This charmingly designed rice bowl is handmade combining the Shigaraki style yakishime (high-fired unglazed ceramics) and the traditional somenishiki, a technique where a product is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand-painted drawings….
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 essence of a soft spring breeze weaving through delicate cherry blossoms is eloquently expressed in this set of two pairs of chopsticks. An elegant harmony ensues as the cherry blossom motif on each chopstick dances over soft silvery blue and gold. The black Wakasa lacquer base of the chopsticks creates a wonderful contrast with…
This charming magewappa donburi bowl, crafted by Odate Kougeisha, is made from Akita cedarone of Japan’s most renowned woods. Its natural warmth and smooth, even grain give the bowl both a refined aesthetic and a timeless appeal. Known for being lightweight and remarkably durable, this bowl offers exceptional resilience. The wood used in magewappa has a…
This round celadon plate is generously sized and its depth makes it ideal for serving various dishes at family gatherings or parties. Celadon porcelain, with its beautiful gradient from white to light blue, enhances dish presentation and imparts a cool, refreshing feel. Ideal for colorful dishes like small Japanese sweets, it captivates on the table….
This beautiful round Tobe ware plate features a wreath of beautiful flowers in gentle hues of green and light blue. Subtle colors decorate the blooming flowers painted on a white porcelain canvas. Small dots painted in gold are scattered, adding a discreet accent to the overall design. Higashi Kiln employs a unique technique called washi-zome. Colors…
This beautiful bowl features soft blue flowers as if painted with watercolors. The bright design and shape of the rim resembles blooming flowers, bringing joyful atmosphere on the table. It is painted by the female artist, Alyne Ohigashi, who was born in Philippines. She uses a unique technique called washi-zome (Japanese paper dyeing) and continues her…
This Japanese plate set serves as a versatile option for individual dishes, adding elegance to any meal. Placing matching plates on the table creates a cohesive and refined Japanese dining experience. Characterized by intricate red designs, delicate rim patterns, and subtle gold accents, this style showcases exceptional craftsmanship. The detailed artwork in the Iidaya/Akae tradition…