This beautiful white plate is in the shape of a guard on the Japanese sword with many good luck charms such as birds, flowers, Shippou pattern and Takeda-bishi pattern. The pattern has a design of a bird perched on a three with blossoms, giving an image of beautiful scenery. Shippou is a pattern of circles…
This Japanese bowl showcases a stunning depiction of a Japanese dragon, meticulously painted by Kutani ware artist Fukuda Yoshinori. Its size makes it ideal for use as a serving bowl. Fukuda Yoshinori, a designated Traditional Craftsman, has received numerous awards in prestigious art exhibitions and is highly esteemed both in Japan and internationally. He has…
Children will loving eating from this adorable Hasami ware plate designed with little bear faces. The base of the plate is in a soft pastel blue color with green polka-dots. The polka-dots are drawn in a thicker paint that gives a bit of texture on the smooth Hasami ware porcelain. The plate is divided into…
This versatile plate beautifully features the natural textures and hues of Shigaraki pottery. It’s offered by Homeland, a brand dedicated to providing kitchen items that become cherished tools in everyday life, and crafted in collaboration with Hissan Pottery, a renowned Shigaraki ware kiln. The delicate variations of blue in aohagifrom the soft light of a…
This serving tray is the result of a collaboration between a matte, subdued aluminum tray and a deep, moist Echizen lacquerware tray. The wave pattern is called “seigaiha“, which is a traditional Japanese pattern that reminds us of the blessings of the vast ocean. The infinitely expanding wave pattern is an auspicious one that expresses…
This rice bowl boasts a slender, modern design that pairs well not only with rice but also with a variety of dishes. Its deep shape makes it perfect for single servings of salad, cut fruit, or even dry snacks. The small footing and slim profile give the bowl a taller, more contemporary appearance. Serving a…
This is a kobachi small bowl with a lid, crafted from Arita ware porcelain. The bowl features Chinese-style lions and flowers painted in the vibrant nishikie style. Originally referring to multicolor woodblock prints, nishikie inspires these vivid, colorful decorations. The interior of the bowl is also painted, revealing a beautiful design when the lid is…
The image of graceful weeping sakura, cherry blossoms, of Gion, Kyoto is depicted on this bowl 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 base….
This sauce plate is made by Ri Sanpei (Yi Sam-pyeong) Kiln, a brand by the descendant of Yi Sam-Pyeong, the discoverer of white porcelain ore for Arita ware. It is a simple and suitable piece for any dish, with a lovely small painting of plum blossoms. The thick and round edge gives a soft and welcoming atmosphere….
This side plate features a landscape with quince flowers in ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style, which is known as depicting the nature-themed daring design and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. With a diameter of 15 cm (5.9 in), it is ideal as an extra plate for side dishes or desserts. This plate is perfect for everyday…
The Hozan Kiln’s Flower-Shaped Kobachi Bowl embodies the earthy textures and colors characteristic of Bizen ware. Its coarse texture, exquisite hues, and intricate patterns, shaped by the kiln’s flames, exemplify Bizen warethe art of clay and fire. Without any artificial decorations, the bowl stands out with its bold presence. The petal-shaped rim displays natural hues…
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…