This sauce plates feature red peonies and traditional patterns around them, painted in four of the five colors of the ko-Kutani style: green, yellow, purple, and dark blue. This versatile plate is perfect for various occasions, from everyday meals to tea time. It’s ideal for serving small foods such as cheese, nuts, and condiments. For…
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 Japanese chopsticks and chopstick rests set showcases a charming design of birds amidst a colorful floral pattern. When aligned, the patterns on each chopstick come together to complete a harmonious scene. The chopsticks are crafted for easy holding with indented handles. Place the chopsticks on their matching rests for a perfectly coordinated setting right…
This sauce plate features the Mokubei-style painting of lovely cats, just relaxing and sleeping in a nonchalant posture. Such daily lives of cats and their favorite things like fish, balls of yarn, and toys are playfully depicted on this plate. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments,…
This sauce plate features a hand-painted abstract flower pattern in indigo and red colors adding the warmth and charm of hand-painting. Its compact size and slight depth makes it ideal for serving sauces, garnishes, or small snacks like nuts and candies. You can also use it to present small portions of food or relishes, placing it…
This side plate features a “Tokusa” line extending from the center and a petal-like design. The 7.1in diameter is just right for serving appetizers, side dishes and desserts. The “Tokusa” series by the Hasami ware company Fukuhou Kiln was first produced in 1976. Since then, it has become a long seller as a standard item….
The lively scenes from the renowned Chojugiga Scroll come to life on these chopstick rests from Tosen Kiln, infused with the joy and traditions of the Japanese New Year. Witness rabbits busily pounding mochi rice cakes, frogs playfully flying kites, a fox engaged in a spirited game of hanetsuki, and a monkey gleefully playing with a…
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 large serving bowl is colored in gorgeous gold on the inside and a clear white on the outside. This deep plate can be used to serve a salad or a main course. It is perfect for parties to lavishly display a leafy salad in bright green colors or to plate sashimi. The slightly grainy…
As suggested by its name nanpu, meaning “southern winds,” this bowl features a design that evokes the feeling of a warm breeze. Blue chrysanthemum flowers are scattered throughout the design, giving the design a natural comfort. The slightly warped rim allows for easy stacking with bowls of the same shape, making storage more convenient. This bowl is…
This celadon kobachi small bowl is well-suited for sauces and condiments, and can enrich your tea time with a refined touch when used for small sweets. Celadon, with its beautiful gradient from white to light blue, enhances dish presentation and imparts a cool, refreshing feel. The rim, designed with gentle curves that create a soft…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard with your favorite ingredients at home with this beautiful Arita ware Chawanmushi bowl from Tasei Kiln. Tenmoku is a ceramic glaze known for its characteristic glossy and very dark colors such as deep brown or maroon, primarily attributed to its iron-bearing composition. Set against the backdrop of the…