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 item is a beautifully crafted wooden plate with a hazy moon motif created with gold leaves from Kanazawa. This plate is about 24 cm (9.4 in) and is extremely light and easy to hold. The deep black color of the lacquer exquisitely expresses the calmness of a dark night sky, and the delicate…
This chopstick rest set, designed in the shape of a shell, features the traditional lion head mask used for shishi-mai or lion dance, and shimenawa, the sacred rice-straw ropes. These items offer stability for your chopsticks and are perfect for enhancing your New Year’s dining table. Shishi-mai, traditionally performed to ward off demons and epidemics, still carries…
As suggested by its name nanpu, meaning “southern winds,” this bowl features a design that evokes the feeling of a warm breeze. Blue chrysanthemum flowers are scattered throughout the design, giving the design a natural comfort. The slightly warped rim allows for easy stacking with bowls of the same shape, making storage more convenient. This bowl is…
This sauce plate features rinpo, or “wheel-shaped treasure,” along the rim, complemented by an iconic depiction of Mount Fuji with a dragon. In Japanese culture, rinpo is esteemed as an auspicious symbol that signifies harmonious fulfillment. The plate’s size is ideal for sauces, small bites of pickles, fruit, or desserts like wagashi. It stacks neatly with…
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…
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 blue color with cute bear faces on the sides. Three green polka-dots mark the edge of the cup. The inside of the cup is in a natural…
The meditative depth of celadon blue allures us into even forgetting that this a bowl of daily tableware. The bowl’s base is clear and smooth with its luminous shine, while the upper surface has delicately carved grooves of the technique of “Tobikanna” (chattered pottery). The rim exposes the outlines of the red clay, an exquisite…
This small-sized donburi bowl exudes sophistication with its elegant form, gentle off-white glaze, and delicate matte texture. It is part of the “Une” series, which blends contemporary aesthetics with the timeless tradition of Kutani ware porcelain. A significant portion of the carefully selected clay for Kutani ware, known as Hanasaka ceramic stone, is discarded during…
This is an easy-to-use plate characterized by 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 round side plate features a bold hand-painted arabesque pattern, one of the representative motifs of Tobe ware. The shade of indigo gives a sense of modern taste. Perfect for small cuts of grilled dishes, sides, or desserts, this plate combines practicality with aesthetic appeal. The subtly raised rim prevents spills while framing each dish…
This Kutani round plate set of 5 features traditional Kutani patterns in blue and gold. These eye-catching patterns that spreads radially from the center will make the dish look beautiful and appealing. It is great for meals and teatime, perfect size as a bread plate, dessert plate, an extra plate, or a lovely saucer. See more…