This stunning fan-shaped dinner plate features a modern interpretation of classic old Imari patterns. Modeled after an open folding fan, it has gentle undulations along the surface and black-lined illustrations mimicking wooden frames. A mythical phoenix, with a golden and scarlet tail, is elegantly depicted among traditional Japanese motifs such as chrysanthemums, peonies, and pine…
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 is a set of elegant plum-shaped sauce plates. The dish is a lovely size and looks like a little plum blooming in your hand when you hold it. The shape of this porcelain, plum, is also said to bring good luck. The size of the dish is just right for placing a small amount…
This soup bowl is hollowed out from Japanese horse chestnut, which is the best material for wood bowls. It has a slightly matte texture in calm vermilion color.The lacquering process, from the base coat to the top coat, has been inspected for designation as a traditional Aizu lacquerware craft.Aizu-e, the traditional design of Aizu lacquerware, is…
A round side plate featuring a vertical flute player, a motif that the Kutani Choemon kiln has been illustrating for over 60 years. It’s a wonderful example of how traditional Kutani ware meets modern design. This small plate, with its fun and playful design, is perfect for serving side dishes, desserts, or snacks during meals…
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…
This bowl has a painting of Hokusai’s “The Great Wave off Kanagawa” and it features a warm handicraft shape and a unique foot design. Throughout his life, Hokusai painted waves as the main subject of his paintings along with Mount Fuji. Hokusai’s expression of the ever-changing movement of water captures the hearts of those who…
Experience the world of ancient Japanese artistry, celebrated for over 400 years, through chopsticks beautifully decorated with plum blossoms from Matsukan’s Rimpa series. One pair features bright red blossoms that stand out against a white background, while the second pair combines a vivid red background and delicate white blossoms for a dramatic effect. Rimpa, a…
These side plates are beautifully decorated reflecting high-quality craftsmanship. The technique displayed in this plate is called somenishiki where the bowl is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand painted drawings. The character in a circle on the plates is the character “kotobuki.” This character is used on…
This silver amuse bouche spoon rests in the shape of a delicate persimmon leaf. It has a depth of 1.5cm(0.5in)perfect for carrying food without worries of spillage. The tapered base of the leaf is easy to hold and serves as a handle for the spoon. The veins of a persimmon leaf are recreated faithfully, a…
This regular-sized Japanese donburi rice bowl features sakura, or cherry blossoms, framed by dark blue, lattice-like patterns, all rendered in the traditional nishiki-e style. Nishiki-e, meaning “brocade picture,” is a multi-colored woodblock print technique that revolutionized ukiyo-e during the Edo period (1603-1868 CE), when most prints were in black and white. The lid helps keep the…
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 rabbit and flower pattern. They are suitable for children in the upper grades of elementary school. The tips of the chopsticks are square to make them…