A beautiful pair of rice bowls with a pink and blue sasanqua motif. It is beautifully applied Ginsai, the Kutani ware technique by which five-color glaze is applied over silver foil. The cracks on the surface are created by the traditional technique of “Kannyu” (penetration), which allows you to enjoy the beauty of handcrafting.The shape made on…
This small plates set features beautiful Hanazume style, meaning filled with flowers, one of the most notable design of Kutani ware which has been handed down the Taisho period (CE 1912-1926). Filled with colorful flowers all over the body with gold trimming, it has a timeless elegance and sophistication. The size is perfect for small…
Adorned with a captivating Sakura design, Kyo ware Hozan Kiln has crafted five delightful chopstick rests in a variety of colors. Inviting shades of blue, yellow, purple, pink and green show off their petals that have been lovingly painted by hand and one is even finished with a glorious gold stroke. These gorgeous pieces will not…
Serve meals to your little ones in this cute and well-designed children’s plate. Kids will love seeing the blue elephant peeking from the rim of the plate. The elephant’s ears are neatly shaped on the edges to give the plate a unique shape. The plate is divided into 3 sections. The bigger section can be…
A beautifully handcrafted children’s rice bowl with an authentic Japanese feel. The charm of this rice bowl is in the hand-painted drawings.Two bunnies sitting side-by-side on an Indigo blue semi-circle with an Arabesque design are hand drawn on each piece. And differing shades of Indigo blue can be enjoyed with the watercolor painting style. The…
This 5 chopstick rests set is decorated with “Kinsai”, one of the iconic signiture of Kutani ware. The brightening gold is created by artisan works, using the gold leaf(Kinpaku), which is known as a special product of Ishikawa prefecture in Japan.The gold leaf pattern creates a different expression for each piece of work, and it…
This bowl from the Jade series features a moody green color, reminiscent of a deep forest. Instead of shiny, bright gems, the design is chic and modern, featuring subdued tones and matte textures like Jade gemstones. The deep green tones go well with warm-colored foods such as red, yellow, and orange. Even a few bright colors,…
These chopsticks from Matsukan’s Sound of the Sea series are crafted using the raden technique, where intricate cuts of mother-of-pearl are embedded into the lacquer. Lightweight and easy to hold, their tips are finished with a non-slip surface. The chopstick rests are made with a seashell-shaped mold originally used for rakugan, a traditional Japanese confectionery. The…
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 rice bowl features flower shaped balloon delicately painted by artisans of Ginshu Kiln, which is especially known as its romantic and playful pastel colored painting. The painted areas have a slightly raised texture, a characteristic of Kutani ware, which is traditionally hand-painted using Japanese coloring pigments and a brush. With a diameter of 10.5 cm(4.1…
This set of five small plates showcase Mt. Fuji in all its beauty across the different changing seasons. Adorned with traditional Japanese symbols that are known to bring good fortune, they offer a stunning display of nature and culture. The five different hues of Mt. Fuji and its auspicious accompaniments decorate the yellowish cream white…
This large donburi bowl is beautifully adorned with delicately drawn peonies and a fabric-like pattern called nunome. In Japanese culture, peonies symbolize nobility, prosperity, and good fortune. The addition of gold accents enhances the bowl’s traditional elegance. The interior of the bowl is also decorated with peonies, allowing you to enjoy a visual feast while savoring…