This sauce plate features a geometric pattern in ko-Kutani style, one of the most famous traditional styles of Kutani ware. Kutani ware uses a brush for painting with Japanese coloring paint, as you can see the painted bird is slightly thickened and standing out. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile to serve…
This gift set brings together the craftsmanship of Tsugaru Vidro from Aomori Prefecture and Wakasa lacquerware from Fukui Prefecture. Featuring a delicate cherry blossom design, the handles are painted in an attractive deep red or green hue. The moment you hold the chopsticks in your hand, you can truly appreciate the quality of authentic craftsmanship….
Add a touch of class to your dining space with these plum blossom-shaped chopstick rests. They feature striking hand-painted designs in soft shades of pink, complemented with a luxurious gold finish. These delicate accents will take your tableware to the next level and make every meal feel special. With its smooth surface, ceramic chopstick rests…
This easy-to-use chrysanthemum-shaped sauce plate showcases a design called an octopus arabesque pattern among arabesque patterns. The name “octopus arabesque” comes from the fact that the shape of the spiraling vine with leaves on the outside resembles the octopus’s legs. It is one of the classic patterns and is found on many Japanese tableware. The plates…
Decorated with a graceful sakura, the iconic Japanese cherry blossom symbolizing renewal and fleeting beauty, and its flowing leaves, this chopstick rest exudes refined elegance. Crafted from Amakusa ceramic stone from Kumamoto Prefecture, this piece is celebrated for its translucent whiteness and soft, pearly texture, capturing the beauty and purity of Japanese ceramics. The cherry…
This small plate is shaped like a sword guard (tsuba), a traditional motif that carries a sense of history and craftsmanship. The design is refreshed with vibrant coloring, giving it a modern and stylish impression. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile enough to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small bites….
This side plate is adorned with circular motifs featuring auspicious patterns. Bright and cheerful, the circles of this surface feature both birds and floral designs that lend a festive air. The soft matte texture gives the whole piece a sophisticated feel. This item is created by the Rebirth Project, an organization that conducts various social contribution activities,…
This chrysanthemum shaped oval dinner plate features a matte white color, overlaid with a white speckled glaze that looks like snow. Chrysanthemum is a shape often used in Japanese tableware. Chrysanthemums have meanings such as “love” and “true strength” and are known as an auspicious motif. Perfectly sized to plate an array of side dishes such…
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. Hand-crafted, this bowl reflects nature’s rustic beauty by accentuating the rokurome, or the rhythmic marks made by the potter’s wheel, which add a special texture and warmth. Mino ware is…
This unique Japanese mug has an elephant’s face on the inside and the whole body and apples on the outside. The rim is designed to follow the elephant’s face. The blue and sky blue color, with shades of watercolor, retains the warmth of hand-painting. With its humorous design and easy to use size, it is…
A matte turquoise glaze with a natural gradient flows across the surface, created by expressive, hand-painted brushstrokes. Flowers in delicate colors decorate the rim, with fine kannyu crackles adding to its textural charm. Compact and versatile, this plate is ideal for serving small portions of food, condiments, or sweets. Beyond dining, it also works as…
This set of five small kobachi bowls features colorful patterns painted by artisans of Ginshu Kiln, which is especially known as its romantic and playful pastel colored painting. It is suitable for serving side such as sunomono (vinegared food), aemono (seasoned or sauced food), nimono (simmered food) for one person. Furthermore, you may put a…