This Japanese rice bowl is from the popular “Cats in Sunny Spot” series by Atelier Yu. It features a drawing of two cats snuggled up together. The shape is crafted by potter’s wheel and you can feel the warmth and comfort to hold it in your hand. The contrast of the soft and relaxing…
This serving tray is the result of a collaboration between a matte, subdued aluminum tray and a deep, moist Echizen lacquerware tray. The pattern of hemp, a grass that grows quickly and straight, expresses the wish for the health and growth of babies. In Japan, hemp has also been used as a sacred plant in…
This bowl showcases dreamy patterns delicately painted by the artisans of Ginshu Kiln, renowned for its romantic and playful pastel-colored designs. 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. It is suitable for serving side such as sunomono (vinegared…
This rectangular platter, painted in the Ko-Kutani (old Kutani) styleone of the most distinguished painting styles of Kutani warefeatures two rabbits and a flowing stream of water. Completely hand-painted, the vibrant colors stand out beautifully against the pristine white background, creating a striking contrast. Even the foot of the platter is finished in green, showcasing…
This unique fan-shaped sauce plate features anthropomorphic animals from the famous caricature scroll “Choju-Giga,” painted between the mid-12th and mid-13th centuries which is designated as a national treasure. Next to the anmials, Kozan-ji, the name of a World Heritage temple in Kyoto that owns this scroll is written in Japanese. The plates are available in different…
The gorgeous platter features hibiscus flowers painted on its entire surface. The blooming large yellow blooms and spreading green leaves create a beautiful contrast. It is hand-painted by brush, using Japanese paint called wa-enogu which is one of the remarkable features of Kutani ware, as you can see the painted part is slightly thickened. This…
The Japanese kobachi from the “Une” series is made by Taniguchi Seidojo, which has been making Kutani ware clay for three generations. Instead of using vivid colors of Kutani ware, they propose a new, simple and modern Kutani ware that can only be created by a company that knows the characteristics of clay. The carefully…
This set of chopsticks features the unique zumen bamboo from Kyoto. Random patterns adorn one side of each chopstick, lending a traditional and elegant appeal. Enjoy their rustic natural charm in two subtle shades of brown. Zumen bamboo refers to dappled or mottled bamboo and is the work of skilled craftsmen, who use specialized techniques….
This porcelain sauce plate is painted with an elegant traditional pattern in white, decorated with the pattern called “hanazume,” giving an image of flowers blooming all at once. While Kutani ware is loved for its vibrant colors, the hachi-kutani series features sauce plates all in white. They are made at Seikou Kiln. Seikou Kiln researched Japanese overglaze…
This rectangular platter features a painting of an angler on a boat with natural landscapes in ko-Kutani (old Kutani) style, one of the remarkable painting styles of Kutani ware. All painted by hand, the bright colors on the white background create a beautiful contrast. The foot is also painted in green, showing the attention to detail….
This is a beautiful sauce plate with yellow peony flowers drawn in the traditional ko-Kutani style. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is versatile to serve any small food such as cheese, nuts, and condiments. You may also set a small portion of food or relishes, place it on a larger plate or into…
It is a chopstick rest with a tabby cat with a bell around its neck, looking as if it is sleeping comfortably. The relaxed look will add to the enjoyment of the meal. In Japan, chopstick rests are an indispensable piece for table setting. Although it is a small tableware, you can express your personality…