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…
This plate has a warm texture of stoneware and lovely hand-painted sakura (cherry blossoms), which symbolizes inner beauty, elegance and good education in Japan. Crafted in a versatile size, it is suitable for serving appetizers, salads, and desserts. It is made by Kokuzou Kiln, known for its gentle and warm stoneware, and features beautiful watercolor-like painting and…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl. A strikingly elegant blue and rustic brown flow across its side with a plum-shaped handle adding a a distinctive touch to the overall design. The hand-painted gold chrysanthemums and silver grass are subtle yet refined. Versatile in size and shape, this piece…
This set of gourd-shaped chopstick rests are beautifully decorated with hibiscus flowers and leaves. This item features a striking contrast of purple and white petals with deep green leaves, each detail exquisitely outlined in gold. The hibiscus is often seen as a symbol of beauty and considered an auspicious tree.Also the gourd, known for its…
This bowl is designed with a “Tokusa” pattern drawn by hand with a broom-like brush to make the thin blue lines centering to the middle of the bowl. Originally made in the size to serve a single portion of sashimi or pickled vegetables in a traditional style meal at a tea ceremony, it can be…
Enjoy eating rice from this cute rice bowl designed with a playful cat from Kousai Kiln. This charmingly designed rice bowl is handmade combining the Shigaraki style 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….
This unique Japanese rice bowl has a bicolor cat’s face on the inside and the body and footprints on the outside. The design that looks like an innocent face peeking into the rice bowl sets a bright mood for the dining table. The unique rim follows the shape of the face. With its humorous design and…
The harmony between white porcelain and blue paintings is the beauty of this Mikawachi ware plate. Two raspberry branches painted in flowing, fine lines are superbly composed, and the small round raspberry berries gracefully match the sharpness of the leaves and branches. The shades of blue display an exquisite gradation, painted carefully by skilled craftspeople using…
This set of chopsticks features the unique zumen bamboo from Kyoto. Random patterns adorn one side of each chopstick, lending a traditional and elegant appeal. Enjoy their rustic natural charm in two subtle shades of brown. Zumen bamboo refers to dappled or mottled bamboo and is the work of skilled craftsmen, who use specialized techniques….
The Quiblas Mono Auburn Maple Dinnerware Set blends the refined artistry of Arita ware with the timeless appeal of Japanese lacquerware. Its rich red tones capture the essence of autumn, featuring pieces decorated with maple leaf designs and complemented by plates with soft water patterns. The set evokes a serene scene of maple leaves floating…
Mark happy moments together with the Ginkon Celebration chopstick set. Named after ginkon, meaning silver anniversary, this set includes two pairs of dark brown-lacquered wood chopsticks with silver-decorated tops. They combine the elegant sheen of traditional lacquerware with a sophisticated design. The longer pair measures 23 cm (9 in) and features a black and silver…
The meticulously adapted tokusa (horsetail) design, a masterpiece innovatively developed by craftsperson Taniguchi, adorns this bowl from Tosen Kiln. The tokusa pattern is vividly presented in two colors, imparting warmth and depth to the hand-drawn lines. These lines, initially penciled to ensure spacing, defy the impersonal touch of printing, thus infusing the bowl with…