This small kobachi small bowl features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, a representative motif of Tobe ware. The deep indigo shade adds a hint of modern elegance. Its size is ideal for serving side dishes like tangy sunomono or gently simmered nimono. It’s also perfect for small portions of relishes, which can be placed on a…
A set of 5 small Japanese kobachi bowls depicting peaches and birds in Yoshidaya style. It is a perfect size for serving side dishes such as Sunomono(vinegared food) or Nimono(Simmered food). Each piece is uniquely hand-painted by a dedicated artisan of Kutani ware, making the texture of the plate warm and appealing. It comes in…
This sauce plate features flying Japanese cranes as if they are dancing. Kutani ware uses a brush for painting with Japanese coloring paint, as you can see the painted bird is slightly thickened and standing out. The crane is known to be a symbol of longevity and prosperity. Perfect as a sauce plate, it is versatile…
This soup bowl is hollowed out from Japanese horse chestnut, which is the best material for wood bowls. It has a slightly matte texture in calm vermilion color.The lacquering process, from the base coat to the top coat, has been inspected for designation as a traditional Aizu lacquerware craft.Aizu-e, the traditional design of Aizu lacquerware, is…
The porcelain is in the shape of a plum blossom. It has an elegant traditional pattern of camellias. The connotations of the camellia design are “eternal beauty” and “impeccable charm.” Camellia also has the meaning of warding off bad lucks. While Kutani ware is loved for its vibrant colors, the hachi-kutani series features sauce plates all…
This beautifully small golden plate with its artisan brushed texture, gives it a sense of dignity and complements all kinds of dishes. It can be used as an extra plate for any types of dish. Appetizers, salad, bread and desserts are the perfect match. The gorgeous colors make it a great choice for layering with plates…
This clean white chopstick rest is made by Syuzando from Kutani ware. The patterns, drawn in pure white on the pale gray base of Kutani ceramics, create delicate contrasts of light and shadow, imparting an elegant and refined impression. The “Shippou” pattern features parallel circles of the same size overlaid one quarter on top of…
This beautifully pale blue plate is simple and versatile suited for any dining table. With a slight curve towards the bottom, the swirly surface with the evenly marked brush stokes enhances the round shape and adds a modern touch. The surface is a bit grainy giving it a more warm and cozy feeling. This plate…
This yellow stoneware plate is eye-catching. The bumpy surface is unique to stoneware which has a rustic, warm, and chunky texture. The brown glazed rim enhances the vividness of the yellow color. D28cm(11in) in size makes it suitable as a platter for several people or for serving a whole cake. Flamenco is a series born from…
This set of five small plates showcase Mt. Fuji in all its beauty across the different changing seasons. Adorned with traditional Japanese symbols that are known to bring good fortune, they offer a stunning display of nature and culture. The five different hues of Mt. Fuji and its auspicious accompaniments decorate the yellowish cream white…
This Japanese plate features a beautiful, bright turquoise color. It is made by Kokuzou Kiln, renowned for its gentle and warm stoneware with vibrant colors and elegant designs. Kokuzou Kiln aims to transform everyday tableware into something truly special. This series was completed over a full year from the desire to create the original beautiful…
This Japanese plate has light shades of celadon glaze that looks like a white porcelain covered with thin ice. It is 24 cm (9.4 in) diameter and the refreshing look is perfect as sashimi platter and sushi platter. With the combination of their deep knowledge about clay and the technique of skilled craftsmen, this plate…