A beautiful crescent-shaped chopstick rest by Kyo ware’s Hozan Kiln is decorated with five types of flowers and grasses and sprinkled with gold dust. Japanese pampas grass and bellflowers, which suit the moon motif, evoke autumn meadows. Boasting a sleek and seamless surface, these ceramic chopstick rests serve as a quintessential addition to your daily dining…
The sauce plate features large blue peonies elegantly painted against a yellow background.This is a typical design of the ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style dating back to mid-17th century, depicting the nature-themed daring design and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. With a diameter of 10.5 cm (4.1 in), it is a perfect for serving sauces…
This 5 chopstick rests set is decorated with “Kinsai”, one of the iconic signiture of Kutani ware. The brightening gold is created by artisan works, using the gold leaf(Kinpaku), which is known as a special product of Ishikawa prefecture in Japan.The gold leaf pattern creates a different expression for each piece of work, and it…
This long rectangular dinner plate featuring a design of kacho-sokaflowers, birds, and plantsis crafted by Takayama, renowned for Hasami porcelain. It is delicately adorned with two small birds and various floral motifs, capturing the beauty of Japan’s natural world and reflecting a deep cultural appreciation for nature. The plate’s size is perfect for serving sushi,…
With its delicate, almost lace-like monochromatic elegance, this silver-colored plate is a unique take on a floral pattern from a dyeing technique originally imported to Japan from India. Sarasa, better known in the West as chintz or calico, is presented here in a luxurious and sophisticated style. Sarasa patterns were seen in dyed cotton textiles…
These chopsticks from Matsukan’s Sound of the Sea series are fully coated in lacquer, showcasing the raden technique, where shimmering mother-of-pearl is embedded into the surface. The accompanying chopstick rests are crafted using a seashell-shaped mold originally used to make rakugan, a traditional Japanese confectionery. After an initial ten layers of natural lacquer, shell inlays…
A sauce plate features flying Japanese cranes as if they are dancing. Kutani ware uses a brush for painting with Japanese coloring paint, as you can see the painted bird is slightly thickened and standing out. The crane is known to be a symbol of longevity and prosperity. The size is great as an extra plate….
This small-sized donburi bowl from Fukuhou Kiln features the traditional Japanese tokusa “horsetail” pattern. Its depth helps retain the food’s warmth while adding a touch of style and practicality. Beloved since the Edo period (1603 CE-1868 CE), this pattern of straight vertical lines is inspired by the Japanese plant tokusa, known in English as rough…
This Japanese plate set features a delicate peony painting on a gray glaze with earthy tones. The vibrant blue, yellow, and green hues of Kutani ware stand out against the subtle gray background, creating a striking contrast that blends tradition with a modern aesthetic. With a diameter of 15 cm (5.9 in), it is ideal…
This rectangular plate features simple blue tokusa stripes, shaded with delicate hand-painting. Tokusa, inspired by the horsetail plant, symbolizes longevity in Japanese culture. The hand-painted indigo stripes along the edge add a subtle, elegant touch. The traditional and refreshing blue pattern, combined with the smooth texture of porcelain, makes every dish look more appetizing. It…
A set of spoon and spoon rest features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, one of the representative motifs of Tobe ware. The shade of indigo gives a sense of modern taste. You can feel the warmth of hand-painting from the patterns using nature motifs. It makes a perfect combination with noodle bowls from Tobe ware, which…
The Japanese bowl features a bird resting on a branch of camellia in bright colors. The delicate and intricate pattern drawn on the inside of the bowl gradually appears while eating, which is a pleasant surprise. A Japanese traditional pattern is also drawn on the outside, so it is a beautiful bowl from any angle….