This sauce plate features red flowers and a bird, painted in the traditional ko-Kutani style. The pattern painted around the rim incorporates green, yellow, red, purple, and dark blue, which are the five colors of this Kutani ware style. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and…
This is a stainless steel chopstick rest in the shape of a ginkgo leaf in silver. It is made in Tsubame Sanjo, which accounts for 90 percent of domestic production of metal tableware.It expresses the soft thinness, undulation, and curves of a ginkgo leaf, and is designed by Kaichiro Yamada, KAICHI DESIGN, which has won…
These chopsticks have a modern look with their combination of chic brown and black. The chopstick tips have a slightly rough texture, making them easy to pick up food with. The chopsticks are 23.5 cm (9.3 in) long, sturdy, stable, and easy to hold even for people with large hands. They are made of natural…
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…
This beautiful Japanese oval plate from the Hamorebi seriesmeaning “sunlight filtering through leaves”is hand-painted by female artisan Sakurai Chie. Each piece is meticulously brushed using traditional Japanese color paints, a distinctive feature of Kutani ware. The painted areas are slightly raised, adding texture and depth to the design. The elegant oval shape offers a distinctive…
This soup bowl features delicate blue stripes and a warm brown rim, capturing the charm of hand-painted craftsmanship. The soft contrast of colors and subtle brushstroke variations add unique character to each piece, making every bowl one of a kind. With its gently rounded shape, this bowl creates a cozy, inviting feel. While designed for…
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 square sauce plate features a depiction of Mount Fuji with a rising sun. The design captures the iconic mountain with minimal yet expressive lines and colors, evoking a sense of simplicity and charm. A red round sun and impressionistic clouds add a playful touch to the serene blue Mount Fuji. Perfect for everyday use…
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…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl. Enveloped in a golden yellow glaze, this chawanmushi bowl conjures the vibrant hues of yamabuki, also known as Japanese kerria. Over this bright yellow background, a dainty image of a bird nestled among the branches of a tree is lovingly rendered…
This set of five Japanese sauce plates features colorful patterns painted by artisans of Ginshu Kiln, which is especially known as its romantic and playful pastel colored painting. The painted areas have a slightly raised texture, a characteristic of Kutani ware, which is traditionally hand-painted using Japanese coloring pigments and a brush. Perfect size as…
This rice bowl showcases a delightful illustration of two adorable rabbits snuggled together surrounded by vibrant bush clover and miscanthus grass. Expertly shaped on a potter’s wheel, the bowl offers a warm and comfortable feel when held in your hands. The soft, soothing depiction of the rabbits harmonizes with the traditional stoneware’s rich brown and white…