This is a beautiful bowl with a bright camellia flower. It will be your indispensable pair for the table setting. The rim is shaped unevenly waved, brings out the beauty of hand painting with Japanese coloring paint, which is one of the remarkable features of Kutani ware. Kutani ware uses a brush for painting with…
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 beautiful bowl features soft blue flowers as if painted with watercolors. The bright design and shape of the rim resembles blooming flowers, bringing joyful atmosphere on the table. It is painted by the female artist, Alyne Ohigashi, who was born in Philippines. She uses a unique technique called washi-zome (Japanese paper dyeing) and continues her…
A bowl that brings calmness and serenity to the table. This medium-sized bowl is colored in a soothing pearly blue color on the inside and a clear white on the outside. This bowl is deep enough to hold any kind of soup or stew. You might want to use it in the morning for porridge or…
This stunning dinner plate combines matte black with muted gold tones, creating an eye-catching and modern design. Its sophisticated color palette makes it a versatile choice for any table setting. Durable and practical, it’s favored by restaurants in Japan and beyond. Ideal for serving sashimi, sushi, or tempura, it also works beautifully for appetizers, main…
This kobachi small bowl is a beautifully decorated item reflecting the high-quality craftsmanship handed down for generations within Arita Porcelain Lab’s long history. The technique displayed in this bowl is called somenishiki where the bowl is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand painted drawings. The character in a…
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,…
The image of graceful weeping sakura, cherry blossoms, of Gion, Kyoto is depicted on these chopstick rests from Tosen Kiln. Weeping cherry blossoms are one of the representative flowers of Kyoto, and express Kyoto’s unique atmosphere. The pink and pale green of the cherry blossoms beautifully decorate the yellowish cream white color of the Kiyomizu ware…
This is an elegant set of five sauce plates, exquisitely crafted in the vibrant Yoshidaya style, a celebrated tradition within Kutani ware. Unusually for Kutani ware, which is commonly made of porcelain, these plates are made from stoneware. The sides and the back of the plates retain the natural texture of unglazed clay. The overglaze…
This unique and modern dinner plate has a beautiful crystal rock-like matte black texture. The design, which looks like a real rock, gives the dining table a surprising and strong impression. Incorporating natural motifs into your dining table can also create a sense of seasonality. Perfect for serving appetizers, both main dish and side dish….
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….
This beautiful dinner plate is part of the Hamorebi series, meaning “sunlight filtering through leaves.” The delicate painting along the rim is hand-painted by female artisan Sakurai Chie. Each piece is carefully adorned using traditional Japanese color paints, a distinctive feature of Kutani ware. The painted areas are slightly raised, adding texture and depth to…