This charming set features six Japanese chopstick rests adorned with beautifully detailed, hand-drawn cat illustrations. Each one showcases a different cat with unique fur patterns, all in an endearing curled-up position. The raised ears of the cats bring personality to each feline friend and add a playful touch to the design. Their rounded shape not…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard with your favorite ingredients at home with this beautiful Arita ware Chawanmushi bowl from Tasei Kiln. Tenmoku is a ceramic glaze known for its characteristic glossy and very dark colors such as deep brown or maroon, primarily attributed to its iron-bearing composition. Set against the backdrop of the…
This set includes two pairs of chopsticks in a gentle pearly hue and two chopstick rests with a motif of wedding rings. Chopsticks used as a pair are popular as a wedding gift as they signify “a couple supporting each other and spending time together.” They are coated with urethane resin and are dishwasher-safe. These…
This gorgeous Japanese bowl set adorned with a bright blue peony is made by Mr. Tsuyoshi Sato, a Kutani ware artisan known for his use of bright colors and florals. With brush painting, which is a characteristic of Kutani ware, a thick peony motif is drawn as if it bloomed on bowls, and the center…
Meticulously handcrafted by adept artisans, the Yoshita Kasho Maki-e glass rectangular plate is a paragon of exquisite craftsmanship, effortlessly uniting the peerless quality of glass with a pioneering technique. This involves the integration of hand-painted Maki-e, employing natural lacquer, harmoniously combined with the esteemed Kanazawa gold leaf, presenting a piece where finesse and tradition resonate in…
The motif of this Japanese chopstick rest is a dog waiting patiently in front of a bone. “Mate” means “stay” in English. When you place the chopsticks on the rest, it looks as if the dog is watching over them. From the side or behind, this chopstick rest looks adorable from any angle. The indigo…
This unique plate is shaped like three flowers connected together, each in a different color: white, light blue, and blue. Its shape and design make it perfect for serving soy sauce and small relishessuch as spring onions, wasabi, ground ginger, and sesame seedswhich are commonly served alongside soy sauce when enjoying sashimi or sushi.
This square sauce plate features a unique depiction of an auspicious treasure boat. In Japanese tradition, the treasure boat is a mythical vessel said to carry the Seven Gods of Good Fortune along with gold, silver, and other treasures during the first three days of the New Year. The character on the sail symbolizes “treasure,”…
This is a set of chopstick rests in the shape of a hagoita, a traditional Japanese wooden paddle, decorated with motifs of pine, bamboo, and plum. The painting of the famous combination of pine tree, bamboo and plum is considered an auspicious motif in Japan, bringing good luck and longevity. The sides are blue, while the front…
This elegant Japanese small plate set is adorned in “Hanazume” style, decorated by beautiful colorful flowers delicately outlined in gold. Perfect size as a sauce plate. It is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small food. Or you may put a small portion of food or relishes in, place it on a…
This set of Japanese chopsticks features a flock of cranes gracefully taking flight from the water’s edge in shimmering gold and silver hues. Symbolizing longevity and prosperity, the cranes imbue the chopsticks with tradition and beauty. Their timeless design is perfect for everyday meals or celebratory occasions. Beautifully packaged, this set makes a wonderful gift…
This bowl features exquisite sometsuke designs with colored details hand-painted by master craftsman Yamamoto Choza. The bottom of the bowl is adorned with a flower and bird motif, while the exterior is lavishly decorated with traditional auspicious patterns across its entirety. The intricacies of each design invite a closer look. The porcelain base is crafted…