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…
A beautiful mimosa design is painted on a white porcelain canvas. Small dots painted in gold are scattered, adding a discreet accent to the overall design. The refreshing impression of this plate is a perfect match for whatever you place on it. It is painted by the female artist, Alyne Ohigashi, who was born in…
This sauce plate features a detailed dotted pattern in blue and red. In Japan, the gourd is considered a symbol of good fortune, longevity, and business success. Each piece is uniquely crafted by a skilled artisan, giving the plate a warm and inviting texture. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile for…
This side plate features a “Tokusa” line extending from the center and a petal-like design. The 7.1in diameter is just right for serving appetizers, side dishes and desserts. The “Tokusa” series by the Hasami ware company Fukuhou Kiln was first produced in 1976. Since then, it has become a long seller as a standard item….
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…
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…
Children will loving eating from this adorable Hasami ware plate designed with little rabbit faces. The rabbits have a slightly differing expression with their dotted eyes and cute mouth and nose. The base of the plate is in a soft pink color with yellow polka-dots. The polka-dots are drawn in a thicker paint that gives…
This Japanese rice bowl has a typical design of the Ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style dating back to mid-17th century, depicting the nature-themed motif and traditional patterns and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. It is painted with the five colors of red, yellow, green, purple and dark blue, known as “Go-Sai” in Japanese. Kutani ware uses…
These chopsticks have a modern look with their combination of chic brown and black. The chopstick tips have a slightly rough texture, making them easy to pick up food with. The chopsticks are 23.5 cm (9.3 in) long, sturdy, stable, and easy to hold even for people with large hands. They are made of natural…
This serving tray is the result of a collaboration between a matte, subdued aluminum tray and a deep, moist Echizen lacquerware tray. Shippo is a pattern in which parallel circles of the same size are overlaid one quarter on top of the other, resulting in a continuous combination of a diamond-like shape and a petal-like shape….
This large bowl features a gently rounded shape and a rustic stoneware texture that adds warmth to any table setting. Its practical design makes it easy to use, combining functionality with charm. A stunning combination of jade green and gold arabesque patterns, delicately accented with a subtle gold shimmer, adorns the upper half. The lower…
On this bowl, lines in sometsuke “Blue and White” style form smooth and elegant curves, representing leaf veins. These lines are hand-painted by artisans, with subtle variations in thickness and shade making each unique. When using this plate, you can feel a closeness to nature. Sometsuke is a technique that applies indigo color onto a base…