Oryoki is a functional set of bowls designed to minimize waste in daily life, based on Zen Buddhist practices. It has been gaining attention for its ease of use, functionality, and minimalist design, making it ideal for contemporary dining. Its compact design allows even a six-layer set to be stored effortlessly, making it both practical…
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 calico cat with a big smile hanging from the edge of the cup. The rim of the cup is slightly thicker and is decorated…
Meticulously handcrafted by adept artisans, the Yoshita Kasho Maki-e glass rectangular plate is a paragon of exquisite craftsmanship, effortlessly uniting the peerless quality of glass with a pioneering technique. This involves the integration of hand-painted Maki-e, employing natural lacquer, harmoniously combined with the esteemed Kanazawa gold leaf, presenting a piece where finesse and tradition resonate in…
This Japanese plate has light shades of celadon glaze that looks like a white porcelain covered with thin ice. It is created by Taniguchi Seidojo, one of the companies which are dealing premium Kutani ware clay. It is 12 cm (4.7 in) diameter and perfect for serving cheese, nuts, desserts and fruits. You may use…
The graceful matte celadon texture of this sea bream-themed side plate conveys tenderness the moment you touch it. The fish motif is delicately engraved with varying depths, creating a harmonious interplay of patterns beautifully enhanced by the magnificent shading of the celadon porcelain. Sea bream, known as tai in Japanese, has long been served at…
Featuring the distinctive “nami-yu” glaze, which is made from the ashes of the Kyoto forest, this rectangle plate has a natural base color in yellowish cream-white. It depicts the famous illustrated scroll named “Choju Giga” which is a caricature picture scroll depicting anthropomorphic animals and their playfulness, dating from the 12th to 13th centuries. Founded in…
This elegant square kobachi small bowl is crafted by Takayama, a renowned maker of Hasami porcelain, and is dyed with seitan, a kind of indigo. The center of the plate features a traditional sansui landscape painting depicting the grandeur of nature, surrounded by a delicate yet bold karakusa arabesque pattern. In Japanese culture, sansui art symbolizes the…
Serve meals to your little ones in this cute and well-designed children’s plate. Kids will love seeing a smiling rabbit peeking from the rim of the plate. The rabbit’s ears are neatly shaped on the edges to give the plate a unique shape. On the plate are two other rabbits with one set of foot…
This square tray with a removable bamboo strainer is used for serving cold soba noodles. Made by Yamanaka lacquerware and coated with brown lacquer, it can recreate the ambiance of an authentic soba restaurant. The matte texture of the “Suri-Urushi” (wiped lacquer) finish enhances the beauty of the wood grain.The bamboo strainer is made using…
This charming Tobe ware kobachi bowl features a beautiful flower in gentle light blue color. The subtle color decorates the blooming flower painted on a white porcelain canvas. Small dots painted in gold are scattered, adding a discreet accent to the overall design. The detailed design of the rim adds to the floral motif of this kobachi…
Put a smile on your face using this unique small Yunomi teacup from Kousai Kiln. This charmingly designed cup is handmade combining the Shigaraki style “Yakishime(high-fired unglazed ceramics)” and traditional “Some-nishiki,” a technique where a?product is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand-painted drawings.Stoneware items are rarely…
This sauce plate features chrysanthemum motifs alongside an iconic depiction of Mount Fuji. In Japanese culture, the chrysanthemum symbolizes nobility and sophistication. The plate’s central negative space creates a picture-frame effect, elegantly showcasing the food. The plate’s size is ideal for sauces, small bites of pickles, fruit, or desserts like wagashi. It’s an excellent choice…