This simple and modern bowl features a beautiful turquoise color. The glaze’s appearance varies uniquely with each piece according to the conditions during firing, resulting in a naturally exquisite shade of blue. The 17.8 cm (7 in) size is perfect for smaller servings of salads, appetizers, aemono (seasoned dishes), or nimono (simmered dishes). Its shallow shape…
A set of 5 small bowls depicting gourds. Since each vessel is handmade by artisans of Kutani ware, the shape is slightly different. The simple pattern enhances the unique shape and beauty of the porcelain. Perfect size as a sauce plate. It is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small food. Furthermore,…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi (Japanese steamed egg custard) with your favorite ingredients at home with this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl from Tasei Kiln. Lines painted in gosu, a cobalt blue pigment, across the lid and the bowl give accent to the soft round shape and enhance its warm and gentle impression. Diamond-shaped patterns evenly painted along…
A set of four chopstick rests from the RINKA series with flower shapes. The restrained matte texture of these chopstick rests is beautifully crafted, showing the fine handiwork. Each is covered with four different pale glazes, white, pink, blue, and green, reminiscent of delicate “Wagashi”, traditional Japanese sweets. Usukiyaki is produced using a technique called…
This sauce plate features Hokusai’s The Great Wave off Kanagawa beautifully painted on it. 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 the hearts of those who see it, even in modern times. One of the masterpieces of…
This bowl features exquisite sometsuke designs with colored details hand-painted by master craftsman Yamamoto Choza. The bottom of the bowl is adorned with a flower and bird motif, while the exterior is lavishly decorated with traditional auspicious patterns across its entirety. The intricacies of each design invite a closer look. The porcelain base is crafted…
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 delightful Tobe ware donburi bowl features soft floral patterns in shades of grassy green and light blue, with subtle gold accents. Applied through the unique washi-zome technique, the floral design brings a watercolor-like softness to the white porcelain surface. With a 16.7 cm (6.6 in) diameter, it’s perfect for serving salads, soups, and noodles….
This is a stainless steel chopstick rest in the shape of a maple leaf in gold. It is made in Tsubame Sanjo, which accounts for 90 percent of domestic production of metal tableware.It expresses the soft thinness, undulation, and curves of a maple leaf, and is designed by Kaichiro Yamada, KAICHI DESIGN, which has won…
This sauce plate features a hexagonal pattern with peony in ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style, dating back to mid-17th century, depicting the nature-themed daring design and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. It is the perfect size as a sauce plate. It is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small food. Or you…
This rectangular side plate features a captivating turquoise in a matte finish, evoking the serene beauty of ocean waves. It brings a pop of color to your dinner table, while the texture of Shigaraki ware adds an element of artisanal charm. The turquoise glaze is hand-mixed using a generations-old formula. The masterfully textured stoneware with…
A chic lacquered spoon by Yatsuyanagi. The handle is made of wild cherry bark work and painted with a golden cherry blossom motif. Although small, the combination of different traditional techniques gives it a sophisticated appearance. The 21cm(7.9in) size is suitable as a dinner spoon for soups and soupy foods. The cherry trees used for Akita…