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 small soup cup showcases a classic arabesque pattern, one of the defining motifs of Tobe ware. The indigo shade lends a modern touch, while the hand-painted nature motifs bring a sense of warmth and craftsmanship to each piece. With its soft, rounded shape, this cup creates a cozy, relaxing ambiance. While designed for soup,…
This modern dinner plate features a stylish stepped rim that accentuates the beauty of white porcelain. The design of the rim attracts the attention of the food in the center. It has a grainy texture on the surface of the rim that looks like water droplets, which makes the ingredients look fresh and impressive. The size…
This deep dinner plate is handcrafted by Hibino Ceramic. It features a unique pattern reminiscent of sea foam and has an elegant matte texture. As well as its excellent design, it is durable and easy to use which makes it is widely used in restaurants in Japan and overseas. Highly versatile plate and suitable for serving…
This square plate is perfectly suited for serving side dishes. The lines drawn along the rim accentuate the dish elegantly. Employing a technique of “Sometsuke” (underglaze cobalt blue) painting on a base brilliantly fired to a pure white, each piece is meticulously crafted, embodying the essence of Seto Sometsuke ware. Since the painting is done…
This deep dinner plate features beautiful shades of indigo at its center, hand-painted to create a deep, textured color that adds a modern, stylish touch to your table setting. The contrast between the rich indigo center and the crisp white rim brings a unique visual appeal. With its deep shape, this bowl is perfect for…
This long plate features a warm, earthy light brown color and an elegant abstract motif of water plants, which is a hallmark of Yashichida Oribe ware, characterized by its green glaze and abstract brushstrokes. The expressive green design extends onto the bottom of the plate, where Tsujii has created a repeating pattern with his fingertips….
The graceful matte celadon texture of this chrysanthemum-shaped plate conveys tenderness the moment you touch it. Featuring intricate petals that beautifully enhance food presentation, this side plate is perfect for serving small confections or plating slices of sashimi. It brings sophistication to your table settings, adding a timeless charm to your dining experience. Celadon porcelain…
These chopsticks from Matsukan’s Sound of the Sea series are half-coated in lacquer, allowing the natural wood grain and color to be visible. Lightweight and easy to use, they crafted using a technique called raden, where shimmering pieces of mother-of-pearl are embedded into the coating. The chopstick rests are made with a seashell-shaped mold originally…
This mokko-shaped small bowl features a modern interpretation of the traditional classic patterns of old Imari. Mokko is the name for a round squarish shape and is considered an auspicious shape which represents family prosperity. “Aka” means red and “dami” is the name for the technique where the artist first outlines the area to be…
The graceful matte celadon texture of this chrysanthemum-shaped main plate conveys tenderness the moment you touch it. The chrysanthemum petals are intricately engraved with varying depths, creating a harmonious interplay of detailed patterns beautifully enhanced by the exquisite shading of the celadon porcelain. Perfect for serving main courses in a Japanese meal or desserts, this…
This kobachi bowl features a delicate pattern of shepherd’s purse, a plant that becomes even more distinctive as its heart-shaped seed pods appear. Known as nazuna in Japanese, it’s considered an auspicious symbol believed to ward off evil spirits. The indigo design brings a modern touch while preserving the charm of hand-painted craftsmanship. The size…