This round side plate is crafted by Takayama, a renowned maker of Hasami porcelain, and dyed with seitan, a kind of indigo. The entire surface is adorned with elegant flower motifs in a deep, beautiful blue, creating a refined and calming atmosphere. The pattern transforms petals and leaves into geometric designs, offering a delicate yet…
This small bowl is designed with a “Tokusa” pattern drawn by hand with a broom-like brush to make the thin blue lines centering to the middle of the bowl. The undulating sides give the kobachi bowl extra shine and a beautiful shape. The kobachi bowl is small bowl for a single serving of an appetizer…
Adorned with blue lines with a hand-drawn feel and charming dots along both the inner and outer rims, this regular-sized donburi bowl has a simple yet modern look. This piece also has a pleasant weight and warmth to the touch that make it a delight to hold in one’s hands. The bowl is perfect for…
On this large white porcelain plate, lines in sometsuke “Blue and White” style form smooth and elegant curves, representing leaf veins. These lines are hand-painted by artisans, with subtle variations in thickness and shade making each unique. When using this plate, you can feel a closeness to nature. Sometsuke is a technique that applies indigo color…
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 rectangular ivory-hued plate is adorned with an intricately hand-painted dragon design, crafted with exceptional skill by a master artisan. Every detail, from the dragon’s whiskers and scales to the swirling clouds around it, is brought to life with remarkable precision. The image of the five-clawed dragon, originating from China and later embraced in Japan,…
This rice bowl showcases an arabesque pattern, one of the representative motifs of Tobe ware. Its indigo shade adds a modern touch, while the hand-painted nature motifs bring warmth and character to each piece. The high footing makes it easy to hold, adding praticality to its charm. Perfectly sized for a single serving of rice,…
This butterfly-shaped sauce plate features a graceful matte celadon texture that conveys tenderness the moment you touch it, enhanced by a moist and gentle surface finish. The butterfly’s wings are designed asymmetrically, creating a vivid appearance that adds a sense of movement to the piece. With its distinctive shape, this plate catches the eye on…
This set of three pairs of chopsticks, each held together by a rabbit-shaped mizuhiki, gives a festive flair to your table setting. Made of Yoshino cedar, they are light, easy to hold, and can be washed and reused multiple times. They are also thin at both ends, so you can pick up food on either side….
This Kobachi bowl features the traditional Japanese hemp leaf pattern. The hemp leaf is considered as a symbol of good luck meant to ward off evil and is commonly used on kimono and tableware. Employing a technique of “Sometsuke” (underglaze cobalt blue) painting on a base brilliantly fired to a pure white, each piece is…
This modern, versatile plate showcases a textured white surface, crafted by layering shades of white paint to create depth and a sophisticated finish. Its sleek, minimalist design makes it an exceptional choice for presenting a range of dishes. Perfect for serving sashimi, sushi, or tempura, it also doubles as an elegant tray for a matcha…
This is a large soup bowl with a lid. The glossy texture of the surface is beautiful, and the gold painting of spear flowers gives it an elegant feel. With its tall footing and lid, it is an ideal soup bowl for ceremonial occasions. At New Year’s in Japan, people enjoy zoni, also known as ozoni,…