This kobachi small bowl is a simple yet charming piece in blue and white. The pomegranate fruit is hand drawn and painted displaying graceful shades of blue. Little twigs stretching out from behind the leaves are drawn with fine lines. The rim is slightly curved which makes the bowl more sophisticated once held. Surprisingly light-weight…
A unique side plate featuring a man on a skateboard. 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 fun and versatile small plate is perfect for serving side dishes, snacks, or desserts during meals and tea time. It…
This sauce plate is decorated with a design of the Seven Lucky Gods on a treasure, which is believed to bring many blessings. It is perfect for celebrating special occasions and show your gratitude to others. It is an ideal plate for serving sauces or snacks like nuts and candies. Or you may serve a…
This is a glass bowl with makiage pattern from the Taisho Roman glass series by Hirota Glass, a long-established glass manufacturer in Tokyo. Makiage is a traditional tie-dyeing technique used in kimono making. This method creates intricate patterns that convey an aura of elegance and grace. This pattern is created by the aburidashi “invisible ink” technique,…
Hand-painted with delicate brushstrokes, this sauce plate features a bold indigo checkered pattern, bringing a playful yet refined touch to your table. Exuding warmth and character, this plate carries its own unique charm. Its compact size makes it ideal for serving sauces, garnishes, or small snacks like nuts and candies. You can also use it…
This charming magewappa donburi bowl, crafted by Odate Kougeisha, is made from Akita cedarone of Japan’s most renowned woods. Its natural warmth and smooth, even grain give the bowl both a refined aesthetic and a timeless appeal. Known for being lightweight and remarkably durable, this bowl offers exceptional resilience. The wood used in magewappa has a…
The unique cat-shaped chopstick rest set features a cat with a different facial expression, pattern and color, and has a humorous and relaxing charm. The soft color tones are made of traditional basic colors of Kutani Gosai (five colors): red, yellow, green, blue, and purple.
This is a stainless steel cutlery rest in the shape of a bamboo leaf in gold. It is made in Tsubame Sanjo, which accounts for 90 percent of domestic production of metal tableware. It expresses the soft thinness, undulation, and curves of a bamboo leaf, and is designed by Kaichiro Yamada, KAICHI DESIGN, which has…
This sauce plate features fan-shaped motifs alongside an iconic depiction of Mount Fuji. In Japanese culture, the fan motif is regarded as an auspicious symbol that heralds both prosperity and the arrival of good fortune. The technique displayed in this plate is called somenishiki where the plate is first glazed with white and blue patterns…
The beautiful white hue of this small ramen bowl is a hallmark of Shino ware. The speckled glaze creates a design that feels both liberating and sophisticated. Shino ware is a type of Mino ware, originally fired in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, during the Azuchi-Momoyama period (1573-1603 CE). While most of the bowl is glazed, offering…
This two-pair set of chopsticks features a refined pine, bamboo, and plum motif. Coated with natural lacquer, the chopsticks have a smooth, slightly textured finish that fits comfortably in the hand. The intricate gold detailing adds a luxurious touch. Crafted through a meticulous process, this set showcases a soft glow and fine texture, with delicate…
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…