The porcelain is in the shape of a plum blossom. It has an elegant traditional pattern of camellias. The connotations of the camellia design are “eternal beauty” and “impeccable charm.” Camellia also has the meaning of warding off bad lucks. While Kutani ware is loved for its vibrant colors, the hachi-kutani series features sauce plates all…
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…
Have your children enjoy their daily cup of juice or tea with this cute Hasami ware small cup from Oshin Kiln. This small cup comes in an adorable soft pink color with cute rabbit faces on the sides. Three yellow polka-dots mark the edge of the cup. The inside of the cup is in a natural…
The sauce plate features a heron with a long beak painted in the yellow background. With the Yoshidaya style, a famous traditional style of Kutani ware, the combination of bright colors makes this small yet powerful piece of artwork stand out. The heron depicted on the plate is known as a bird that brings good…
This set of five plates depicts a festive crane and waves. Decorated with other auspicious motifs such as pine, bamboo, plum, and chrysanthemum, it is perfect for celebrations and other occasions. These plates are beautifully decorated reflecting the high-quality craftsmanship handed down for generations within Arita Porcelain Lab’s long history. The technique displayed in this…
This plate has a beautiful pomegranate design in the iro-Nabeshima (colored Nabeshima) style on stunning white porcelain. The pomegranate pattern is one of the most representative patterns of Nabeshima ware. As bright orange-red flowers bloom in early summer, the pomegranate fruit ripens in autumn, its thick outer skin breaking open to reveal numerous seeds inside….
A small side plate in burgundy, perfect for single servings. Although small in size, the old Imari floral patterns are painted with precision which shows the high quality craftsmanship of the Arita Porcelain Lab tableware. Part of the Japan Autumn series, this piece showcases the beauty of Japanese autumn leaves. All colors in this series are…
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,…
This rice bowl showcases a delightful illustration of two adorable rabbits snuggled together surrounded by vibrant bush clover and miscanthus grass. Expertly shaped on a potter’s wheel, the bowl offers a warm and comfortable feel when held in your hands. The soft, soothing depiction of the rabbits harmonizes with the traditional stoneware’s rich brown and white…
This sauce plate features Hokusai’s The Great Wave off Kanagawa beautifully painted on it. Throughout his life, Hokusai depicted waves as the main subject of his artwork along with Mount Fuji. Hokusai’s expression of the ever-changing movement of water captures the hearts of those who see it, even in modern times. One of the masterpieces of…
Feel the world of ancient Japanese artistry, celebrated for over 400 years, with these chopsticks beautifully decorated with traditional motifs of pine trees and bamboo leaves from Matsukan’s Rimpa series. Vivid green pine trees are depicted on a white background, while on the light green pair, delicate bamboo leaves are portrayed in green and gold….
Embrace the refined artistry of Matsukan with these chopsticks, adorned with the design of the iconic Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms, or sakura in Japanese. The striking contrast of black and deep red provides a dramatic canvas and showcases Japan’s renowned peak in a delicate and impactful manner. The intricately drawn cherry blossoms on the…