This side plate features large blue peonies elegantly painted against a yellow background. This is a classic design of the ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style dating back to mid-17th century, depicting the nature-themed daring design and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. With a diameter of 15 cm (5.9 in), it is perfect as an extra…
This simple and modern plate accentuates the beauty of white porcelain. Like a canvas, this white plate enhances the color of the ingredients and makes them look vivid. The size D 23.5 cm (9.2 in) is very useful for both main dishes and side plates. It is perfect as a sashimi platter, sushi platter, and…
This large rice bowl is decorated with gorgeous and lovely mizuhiki motif. The colorful knots give the bowl a nostalgic and graceful feeling.Kanazawa, the birthplace of Kutani ware, is known for its unique and rare traditional craft called Kaga Mizuhiki. Made by Kokuzou Kiln, known for the gentle and warm stoneware with beautiful colors and elegant…
This bowl is adorned with the distinctly Japanese weeping cherry blossom, expertly carved by artisan Otomo Kenji using the Edo Hanakiriko technique. The bowl’s hue is an ancient color, imbued with a subtle yellow tint, and aims to evoke a nostalgic atmosphere, making it perfectly suited for everyday use. It not only showcases the color…
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…
The meditative depth of celadon blue allures us into even forgetting that this a bowl of daily tableware. The bowl’s base is clear and smooth with its luminous shine, while the upper surface has delicately carved grooves of the technique of “Tobikanna” (chattered pottery). The rim exposes the outlines of the red clay, an exquisite…
This set brings together the craftsmanship of Tsugaru Vidro from Aomori Prefecture and Wakasa lacquerware from Fukui Prefecture. It includes two pairs of chopsticksone in pink champagne gold and the other in champagne goldthat perfectly match the simple cherry blossom petal chopstick rests. The chopsticks have an undulated shape, offering a comfortable grip. Featuring a delicate…
These chopsticks from Matsukan’s Sound of the Sea series are crafted using the raden technique, where intricate cuts of mother-of-pearl are embedded into the lacquer. Lightweight and easy to hold, their tips are finished with a non-slip surface. The chopstick rests are made with a seashell-shaped mold originally used for rakugan, a traditional Japanese confectionery. The…
This sauce plate features a phoenix, a symbol of immortality, love, and happiness, in ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style, which is known as depicting nature-themed designs and distinctive bright colors of Kutani ware. The phoenix beautifully showcases the traditional five Kutani colors, gosaired, yellow, green, purple, and dark blue. Perfect as a sauce plate, it is…
This large donburi bowl features a stunning flower garden design nestled between a lattice-like pattern. The focus on red and green against a pure white base, appears even more vibrant with the addition of blue accents and subtle gold details. The painted design is rendered in a combination of styles inspired by nishiki-e and banreki….
A fun bowl featuring a playful decoration of a little man soaking in a bath, which appears when you pour soup into it. The traditional pattern drawn on the bowl creates a unique combination with the whimsical design, serving as a perfect example of Choemon’s ability to blend traditional and modern elements into tableware. Originally…
This sauce plate features a detailed dotted pattern in blue and red. In Japan, the gourd is considered a symbol of good fortune, longevity, and business success. Each piece is uniquely crafted by a skilled artisan, giving the plate a warm and inviting texture. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile for…