These chopsticks from Matsukan’s Sound of the Sea series captivate with their vibrant colors and shimmering glitter. The chopstick rests are crafted using a seashell-shaped mold originally used to make rakugan, a traditional Japanese confectionery. On the handle, bright red and teal colors are adorned with tiny sparkling decorations that catch the sunlight, reflecting a…
This large donburi bowl features a stunning flower garden design nestled between a lattice-like pattern. The focus on red and green against a pure white base, appears even more vibrant with the addition of blue accents and subtle gold details. The painted design is rendered in a combination of styles inspired by nishiki-e and banreki….
Serve just the right amount of rice to your little ones with this Hasami ware Japanese rice bowl from Oshin Kiln. The rice bowl comes in an adorable soft pink color with cute rabbit faces on the sides. Three yellow polka-dots mark the edge of the bowl. The inside of the rice bowl is in…
This is a beautiful sauce plate with yellow peony flowers drawn in the traditional ko-Kutani style. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is versatile to serve any small food such as cheese, nuts, and condiments. You may also set a small portion of food or relishes, place it on a larger plate or into…
Featuring a sharp red and green pattern peeking out from a large round cut-out shape, called marunuki, this large donburi bowl makes a strong visual impression. The pattern stands out against a striking indigo blue background. The bright red is echoed on the foot of the bowl and the inner rim, creating a beautifully balanced design…
This kobachi small bowl is a beautifully decorated item reflecting the high-quality craftsmanship handed down for generations within Arita Porcelain Lab’s long history. The technique displayed in this bowl is called somenishiki where the bowl is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand painted drawings. The character in a…
This Japanese rice bowl is decorated with colorful flowers painted on warm white glazed stoneware. Handcrafted on a potter’s wheel, its shape allows you to experience the natural warmth of stoneware in your hands. With a diameter of 11.5 cm (4.5 in), this bowl is ideal for serving rice. Its versatile design also makes it…
These chopsticks are made of ebony, a famous wood with a sense of luxury and dignity. The dimpled design is not only beautiful to look at but also functional, as it is easy to hold. Ebony has become increasingly rare over the years, and its use as a material for chopsticks is decreasing. The grain…
This gorgeous Japanese bowl set adorned with a bright red peony is made by Mr. Tsuyoshi Sato, a Kutani ware artisan known for his use of bright colors and florals. With brush painting, which is a characteristic of Kutani ware, a thick peony motif is drawn as if it bloomed on the rim and outer…
This sauce plate features a refined pine, bamboo, and plum motif alongside an iconic depiction of Mount Fuji. In Japanese culture, pine, bamboo, and plum are regarded as auspicious symbols that herald both good fortune and longevity The technique displayed in this plate is called somenishiki where the plate is first glazed with white and…
This Kobachi 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…
This is a set of two black glass chopstick rests by Hirota Glass. The design with gold leaf applied to the inside of the glass gives it a modern impression. The concave center makes it easy to place chopsticks. These chopstick rests, with their chic yet light atmosphere, are easy to use not only…