This square sauce plate showcases a striking leaf motif in indigo, capturing the warmth of hand-painting through delicate, nature-inspired patterns. The textured surface, reminiscent of woven cloth, adds a tactile charm and uniqueness to the piece. Highly versatile, it’s perfect for serving sauces, condiments, or small treats like nuts and candies. Its modern design also…
A set of 2 chopstick rests made by Yatsuyanagi, a cherry bark work manufacturerfrom Akita Prefecture. This elegant chopstick rests has a shape of cherry petals, with a decoration of petal motif made of white wood bark on top of cherry bark work. Although small in size, it fully conveys the charm of Akita cherry…
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 nature-themed side plate is part of the Hamorebi series, meaning “sunlight filtering through leaves.” Each piece is beautifully hand-painted by female artisan Sakurai Chie. Using traditional Japanese coloring paintsa hallmark of Kutani warethe painted areas have a slightly raised texture, adding depth and character to the design. Perfect for serving small desserts, fruits, or…
This large donburi bowl embodies the earthy textures and natural colors typical of Bizen ware. Its rough surface and stunning patterns, created by the kiln’s flames, highlight the “art of clay and fire.” The unglazed red clay, adorned with natural ash markings, offers a rugged, metallic feel. Bizen ware, one of Japan’s oldest ceramics, is…
These chopstick rests feature a delightful design of two charming cats snuggled together at the foot of Mount Fuji. Painted in soft hues of red and blue, the design exudes a sense of Japanese charm and elegance further highlighted with a delicate cherry blossom. In Japan, chopstick rests are an essential element of table settings….
This long rectangular platter has a beautiful matte and rough texture, and the chic colors mixed with gray and brown give a sense of wabi sabi and create a high-quality dining table. It is suitable for serving appetizers. It is also recommended to serve a few pieces of sushi or sashimi. With its slim shape, you…
Children will smile back at the cute kitty cat on the rim when they drink out of this adorable cup from Kikusho Kiln. Looking from the side, you can see a tabby cat with a big smile hanging from the edge of the cup. The rim of the cup is slightly thicker and is decorated…
This rice bowl is slender and modernly designed and goes with, not only rice, but other menus on the table. The bowl is deep so you may want to put in a single-serving of salad, or cut fruit or even some dry snacks. The small footing at the bottom gives this bowl a tall look…
This side plate features a beautiful contrast of brilliant colors on a white canvas, making the most of the distinctive texture of porcelain. The fine touch of flowers are hand-painted by an artisan from Ginshu kiln, which is especially known as its romantic and playful painting. The painted areas have a slightly raised texture, a…
This set of five plates depicts a festive crane and waves. Decorated with other auspicious motifs such as pine, bamboo, plum, and chrysanthemum, it is perfect for celebrations and other occasions. These plates are beautifully decorated reflecting the high-quality craftsmanship handed down for generations within Arita Porcelain Lab’s long history. The technique displayed in this…
This unique Japanese mug has an elephant’s face on the inside and the whole body and apples on the outside. The rim is designed to follow the elephant’s face. The blue and sky blue color, with shades of watercolor, retains the warmth of hand-painting. With its humorous design and easy to use size, it is…