This beautifully small golden plate with its artisan brushed texture, gives it a sense of dignity and complements all kinds of dishes. It can be used as an extra plate for any types of dish. Appetizers, salad, bread and desserts are the perfect match. The gorgeous colors make it a great choice for layering with plates…
The motif of this Japanese chopstick rest is a cat waiting patiently in front of fish. “Mate” means “stay” in English. When you place the chopsticks on it, it looks as if it is watching over them. From the side or behind, this chopstick rest looks adorable from any angle. The indigo color looks great on…
Mark happy moments together with the Ginkon Celebration chopstick set. Named after ginkon, meaning silver anniversary, this set includes two pairs of dark brown-lacquered wood chopsticks with silver-decorated tops. They combine the elegant sheen of traditional lacquerware with a sophisticated design. The longer pair measures 23 cm (9 in) and features a black and silver…
The essence of a soft spring breeze weaving through delicate cherry blossoms is eloquently expressed in this set of two pairs of chopsticks. An elegant harmony ensues as the cherry blossom motif on each chopstick dances over soft silvery blue and gold. The black Wakasa lacquer base of the chopsticks creates a wonderful contrast with…
This beautiful bowl features soft blue flowers as if painted with watercolors. The bright design and shape of the rim resembles blooming flowers, bringing joyful atmosphere on the table. It is painted by the female artist, Alyne Ohigashi, who was born in Philippines. She uses a unique technique called washi-zome (Japanese paper dyeing) and continues her…
A distinct line of consecutive rectangular shell-inlays runs along the whole length of these chopsticks, creating an opalescent motif over the luxurious depth of red and black lacquer. When the pair is placed side by side, a checkered pattern is revealed, inspired by the auspicious ichimatsu pattern, which symbolizes unending continuity, development and prosperity. The name…
This bowl is adorned with the distinctly Japanese weeping cherry blossom, expertly carved by artisan Otomo Kenji using the Edo Hanakiriko technique. The bowl’s hue is an ancient color, imbued with a subtle yellow tint, and aims to evoke a nostalgic atmosphere, making it perfectly suited for everyday use. It not only showcases the color…
This simple and modern Japanese bowl which has a beautiful gradient blue color. Highly versatile bowl for serving side dishes or simply as an accent piece for tables. Or you may put a small portion of food or containments in, place it on a larger plate or into a bento box for more stylish and…
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…
This item is a beautifully crafted wooden plate with a hazy moon motif created with gold leaves from Kanazawa. This plate is about 24 cm (9.4 in) and is extremely light and easy to hold. The deep black color of the lacquer exquisitely expresses the calmness of a dark night sky, and the delicate…
This sauce plate features beautiful scenery alongside an iconic depiction of Mount Fuji. This elegant design merges Japanese cultural heritage with refined artistry, offering a unique blend of tradition and contemporary flair. The plate’s size is ideal for sauces, small bites of pickles, fruit, or desserts like wagashi. It’s an excellent choice for newcomers to Japanese…
This unique Japanese mug has a rabbit’s face on the inside and the back of two rabbits on the outside. The rim is designed to follow the rabbit’s face. The expression of the rabbit, and the combination of pink and white colors are very adorable. With its humorous design and easy to use size, it…