The plate depicts Hokusai’s famous Ukiyoe work, “Sunshu Ejiri“. “Ejiri” is located in what is now Shimizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture. This work shows Hokusai’s talent to capture the moment, such as the lively motion of wayfarer withstanding the wind. With the combination of Kutani ware with the masterpiece of the genius artist Hokusai Katsushika, the…
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….
These are children’s chopsticks made of natural wood and lacquer, featuring gold maki-e, a traditional technique. The upper part of the chopsticks is cut diagonally and decorated with a cute cat and footprint pattern. They are suitable for children in the upper grades of elementary school. The tips of the chopsticks are square to make them…
This unique fan-shaped sauce plate features a classic, colorful geometric pattern. Sarasa refers to fabric products made of cotton dyed with multi-colored patterns, which originated in India. This plate is available in different designs, so you can collect them for a more enjoyable table setting. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile to…
A set of charming rabbit chopstick rests from Kyo ware, Hozan Kiln, adorned with five different types of flowers and leaves. You can enjoy each season with designs such as cherry blossoms, chrysanthemums, and autumn leaves. The rabbit’s expression and the golden lines painted in Kinsai technique are incredibly beautiful, making this chopstick rest not only cute…
This is an oval bowl with a beautiful camellia in vermilion. Each piece is hand-painted by brush, using Japanese coloring paint which is one of the remarkable features of Kutani ware, as you can see the painted part is slightly thickened. The size is perfect for serving salad, appetizers such as Nimono(simmered food), pasta and…
This round side plate is crafted by Takayama, a renowned maker of Hasami porcelain, and dyed with seitan, a kind of indigo. The entire surface is adorned with elegant flower motifs in a deep, beautiful blue, creating a refined and calming atmosphere. The pattern transforms petals and leaves into geometric designs, offering a delicate yet…
This regular-sized ramen bowl boasts a vibrant red exterior, enhanced by dynamic brush strokes for an energetic appearance. Inside, a colorful phoenix design adds a lively and meaningful element. The inner rim features a square spiral pattern, a traditional Chinese design that resembles lightning and symbolizes the awe of nature’s powera motif often seen in…
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…
Enjoy eating rice from this bowl with the cute bunny rabbit from Kousai Kiln. This charmingly designed rice bowl is handmade combining the Shigaraki style of 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. Stoneware…
A simply stunning plate with finely detailed traditional patterns in various shades of red decorated with gold. Akae, or “red painting,” is one of the classic techniques of Kutani Ware. Detailed patterns with differing shades of a red pigment are added to the Kutani ware that fully cover the surface of the item. To add…
The Hozan Kiln Side Plate embodies the earthy textures and colors characteristic of Bizen ware. Rounded pieces of refractory clay are placed between the plates before they are fired in the kiln. As the ashes do not cover these spots, a natural round ring design forms on the plate. The rounded shape resembles a traditional…