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 nature-themed side plate is part of the Hamorebi series, meaning “sunlight filtering through leaves.” Each piece is beautifully hand-painted by female artisan Sakurai Chie. Using traditional Japanese coloring paintsa hallmark of Kutani warethe painted areas have a slightly raised texture, adding depth and character to the design. Perfect for serving small desserts, fruits, or…
This fruit relief plate is crafted using pressure molding, finished with a glossy white glaze, and accented by a hand-painted brown rim. Fruits have long been featured in traditional patterns as symbols of immortality and the prosperity of future generations. In Kutani ware, motifs like melons and grapes have been passed down through the ages….
This camellia-themed sauce plate set includes five small plates, each adorned with a unique camellia designa flower cherished in Japan for centuries. With a pleasing thickness and substantial feel, the plates are hand-painted with patterns that exude an elegant, beautiful ambiance. They’re sure to add a touch of charm and sophistication to your dining space,…
This side plate has a beautiful block-like shape with a cool aqua blue glaze. The height of the dish adds a rhythmic touch to any table arrangement, making for an inviting and sophisticated atmosphere. It is just right for placing appetizers, snacks, and sweets in a stylish manner. Its distinctive design makes for a table setting that…
This beautiful platter features the Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai’s ukiyo-e The Great Wave, which depicts surging waves and three boats, and silently standing Mount Fuji in the distant background. Throughout his life, Hokusai depicted waves as the main subject of his artwork along with Mount Fuji. Hokusai’s expression of the ever-changing movement of water captures…
This beautiful Japanese oval plate from the Hamorebi seriesmeaning “sunlight filtering through leaves”is hand-painted by female artisan Sakurai Chie. Each piece is meticulously brushed using traditional Japanese color paints, a distinctive feature of Kutani ware. The painted areas are slightly raised, adding texture and depth to the design. The elegant oval shape offers a distinctive…
This leaf-shaped sauce plate, adorned with a touch of gold, features a design that is both delicate and captivating. The graceful matte celadon texture conveys tenderness the moment you touch it, enhanced by a moist and gentle surface finish. The clear shape of the leaf veins inside the plate adds a pronounced sense of dimensionality,…
A beautifully handcrafted children’s cup with an authentic Japanese feel. The charm of this cup is in the hand-painted drawings.Two bunnies sitting side-by-side on a soft pink semi-circle with an Arabesque design are hand drawn on each piece. And differing shades of pink can be enjoyed with the watercolor painting style. The bunnies and the…
This small plate is shaped like a sumo referee’s fan, which is used to signal the outcome of a match. Historically, it is said that samurai commanders once used this type of fan to issue commands during battle. With its distinctive form and cultural significance, this plate brings a touch of tradition to your table….
This Mount Fuji-shaped sauce plate captures the beauty of Japan’s most iconic mountain, which is believed to bring good fortune and symbolize a bright future. Each piece is uniquely hand-painted, giving it a warm and inviting texture. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile for serving cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small…
This bowl stands out with its stunning indigo glaze. The exterior has a slightly rough texture, preserving the natural warmth and character of the clay. Created with its unique shape as a tonsui, this bowl is primarily intended as a serving bowl for hot-pot dishes. It also works wonderfully for holding noodle dipping sauces or as…