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…
The meditative depth of celadon blue allures us into even forgetting that this a bowl of daily tableware. The bowl’s base is clear and smooth with its luminous shine, while the upper surface has delicately carved grooves of the technique of “Tobikanna” (chattered pottery). The rim exposes the outlines of the red clay, an exquisite…
This exquisite set of 5 sauce plates is meticulously handcrafted and painted by skilled artisans. Each plate features a seasonal flowercherry blossoms, hydrangeas, cosmos, sunflowers, and camelliasbrought to life with vibrant and harmonious colors, reflecting the beauty of nature throughout the year. These plates are the perfect size for soy sauce when enjoying sushi. Serve…
This small donburi bowl features one of the signature motifs of Tobe ware. The graceful arabesque design comes alive with the warmth of its dynamic hand-painted brushstrokes, inspired by nature and the striking contrast of indigo on porcelain white. The bowl is suited for smaller servings of gyudon, oyakodon, and other donburi dishes. It can…
This sauce plate features Hokusai’s The Great Wave off Kanagawa beautifully painted on it. Throughout his life, Hokusai depicted waves as the main subject of his artwork along with Mount Fuji. Hokusai’s expression of the ever-changing movement of water captures the hearts of those who see it, even in modern times. One of the masterpieces of…
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 small-sized Japanese ramen bowl offers an appreciation for the depth of the color black. The inner rim features a chic, textured rendering of the traditional Japanese pattern called tokusa “horsetail.” The simple yet powerful design will leave a lasting impression as part of your table setting. The bowl is perfect for a variety of noodle…
Enjoy the elegant design of a Japanese maple leaf adorned with the refined beauty of natural blue-green lustered celadon in this stylish sauce plate from Kosen Kiln. With its translucent glaze on the blue-jade hue of celadon, a tranquil atmosphere emanates from its glossy exterior, like the calm surface of a glistening pond. Adorning the surface of…
This rectangle side plate features a traditional stripe pattern arranged in contemporary style. Simple yet sophisticated design will bring warmth and comfort to your table setting. The size is perfect for serving sushi, sashimi, and tempura.
This regular-sized donburi bowl features a smooth, matte white glaze on the outer rim and inner surface, creating a striking contrast with the textured, natural clay on the faceted exterior. This combination of materials offers both a refined tactile experience and a contemporary appeal. Its depth and straight sides help retain the food’s warmth while…
A unique side plate featuring a skeleton playing a vertical flute. This kind of free-spirited, playful design is iconic to Kutani Choemon and serves as a wonderful example of how traditional craftsmanship meets modern creativity. This versatile side plate is perfect for serving small portions, desserts, or snacks during meals and tea time. It can…
This 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 meticulously…