A pair of Japanese rice bowls decorated in beautiful Hanazume style, meaning filled with flowers, one of the most notable design of Kutani ware which has been handed down from the Taisho period (1912-26). In Japan, there is a culture of giving rice bowls as a gift to married couples to celebrate their marriage. It’s…
These are children’s chopsticks made of natural wood and lacquer, embellished with maki-e, a traditional lacquerware technique. The top ends are cut diagonally with a charming star pattern. Perfect for children from around five to nine years old, these chopsticks feature square tips for easy handling. The joy children experience using them makes this pair…
The surface of this plate radiates a milky luminance, courtesy of its glazed stoneware finish. The camellia design takes center stage, illustrating Taniguchi’s artistic evolution. Beginning with a solitary camellia, the design has been meticulously refined to incorporate leaves that harmoniously blend dark and light green shades. The petals, treated with white and red…
This is a unique gourd-shaped chopstick rest set by Hozan Kiln of Kyo ware. The gourd shape, which spreads out at the bottom, has been considered a good luck charm for warding off disasters and bringing in happiness since ancient times in Japan. Each chopstick rest features a painting of a different flower – plum…
This yellow stoneware plate is eye-catching. The bumpy surface is unique to stoneware which has a rustic, warm, and chunky texture. The brown glazed rim enhances the vividness of the yellow color. in size is the perfect for a main plate for one person. It can also be served as a salad or appetizer for 2-3…
This splendid rice bowl, adorned with delicately painted karako, Chinese-style playful children, encapsulates the essence of playful elegance. Meanwhile, the interior features a single butterfly, displaying both a narrative quality and refined simplicity. Holding this charming bowl in your hand, you can feel the lightness and thinness characteristic of Mikawachi ware. It displays an exquisite gradation,…
Adorned with a captivating Sakura design, Kyo ware Hozan Kiln has crafted five delightful chopstick rests in a variety of colors. Inviting shades of blue, yellow, purple, pink and green show off their petals that have been lovingly painted by hand and one is even finished with a glorious gold stroke. These gorgeous pieces will not…
Children will loving eating from this adorable Hasami ware plate designed with little rabbit faces. The rabbits have a slightly differing expression with their dotted eyes and cute mouth and nose. The base of the plate is in a soft pink color with yellow polka-dots. The polka-dots are drawn in a thicker paint that gives…
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 a single serving sashimi, sushi, or tempura, it also doubles as an elegant tray for…
A beautiful mimosa design is painted on a white porcelain canvas. In places, small dots painted in gold are scattered throughout the design, adding a discreet accent to the overall design. The refreshing impression of this rice bowl will enlighten your table. It is painted by the female artist, Alyne Ohigashi, who was born in…
This donburi fascinates with its elegant water plant motif, highlighted with brown splashes. The green glaze and abstract brushstrokes are characteristic of Yashichida Oribe ware. Tsujii Musashi, inspired by nature, infuses his creations with a subtle, rustic charm. The bowl’s refined beauty is further enhanced by gohondedelicate pinkish spots that appear naturally after the firing…
Imbued with a dark elegance, this regular-sized ramen bowl adds a refined, upscale touch to any meal. The glossy black glaze, accented with a subtle metallic iridescence, serves as the perfect canvas for bold, impressionistic brushstrokes in brown and white, creating a striking visual statement. Crafted on a potter’s wheel, the bowl has a satisfying…