This is a Japanese small plate with a plum blossom pattern on a beautiful blue-green background. Plum blossoms have been a favorite flower in Japan for a long time, and are a motif often used in kimonos and tableware. The plum blossoms are considered to be auspicious, as they are the first to bloom…
This sauce plate is crafted by Takayama, renowned for Hasami porcelain. Its surface features intricately detailed scenes of Japanese landscapesrolling mountains, winding rivers, boats, and templesneatly arranged within fan-shaped frames, all set against a background of abundant flowers. The result is reminiscent of a scroll painting, allowing you to appreciate its delicate and refined atmosphere. …
This small porcelain plate has auspicious design patterns: “Nami Chidori,” plovers and waves, and “Karakusa,” an arabesque design. Nami Chidori, a combination of a plover and a wave, means “to overcome rough seas together.” Arabesque designs are considered a symbol of longevity and prosperity of offsprings, as arabesque, the vine, extends its stems in all directions….
This square plate features a stunning sakura, or cherry blossom, carving that beautifully frames any dish placed on it, adding elegance to your dining table. Simply setting it at the center creates a striking focal point that enhances the entire space. The gentle, matte celadon finish offers a soft, inviting feel the moment you touch it.Its…
This easy-to-use Yunomi Japanese teacup features a cat playing with red yarn on a smooth porcelain which is typical of Hasami Ware. The 160ml (5.4oz) is a little small, but it is the perfect size for drinking up a cup of green tea before it gets cold. It is light and easy to hold, so it…
The plate depicts Hokusai’s famous Ukiyoe work, “Bishu Fujimigahara”. A craftsman is working hard on a large vat with the background of distant Mount Fuji. With the combination of Kutani ware with the masterpiece of the genius artist Hokusai Katsushika, the plate has truly an eye-stopping charm for anyone. The size is great for serving…
This is a beautiful sauce plate with yellow peony flowers drawn in the traditional ko-Kutani style. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is versatile to serve any small food such as cheese, nuts, and condiments. You may also set a small portion of food or relishes, place it on a larger plate or into…
This is a set of chopsticks with a gold rabbit motif. The lacquer on the top has a beautiful sheen, and the chopsticks are thick enough to hold easily. The lower part features a lovely wood grain and is finished with the natural color and texture of the wood. These chopsticks not only feature an…
This is a glass bowl with a sakura “cherry blossom” design from the Taisho Roman glass series by Hirota Glass, a long-established glass manufacturer in Tokyo. Cherry blossoms, with their charming appearance and deep cultural significance, are beloved not only in Japan but also around the world. They symbolize both natural beauty and rich tradition. This pattern…
This serving tray is the result of a collaboration between a matte, subdued aluminum tray and a deep, moist Echizen lacquerware tray. The pattern of hemp, a grass that grows quickly and straight, expresses the wish for the health and growth of babies. In Japan, hemp has also been used as a sacred plant in…
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 sauce plate features a refined pine, bamboo, and plum motif alongside an iconic depiction of Mount Fuji. In Japanese culture, pine, bamboo, and plum are regarded as auspicious symbols that herald both good fortune and longevity The technique displayed in this plate is called somenishiki where the plate is first glazed with white and…