This camellia-themed sauce plate set includes five small plates, each adorned with a unique camellia designa flower cherished in Japan for centuries. With a pleasing thickness and substantial feel, the plates are hand-painted with patterns that exude an elegant, beautiful ambiance. They’re sure to add a touch of charm and sophistication to your dining space,…
This is an easy-to-use plate that looks great in the dining room, as is typical of MERU, which specializes in dishes suitable for professional use. Measuring 21cm(8.3in), it is just the right size for a main plate for one person. It can also be used for salads and appetizers to be shared by a small…
This unique fan-shaped sauce plate features anthropomorphic animals from the famous caricature scroll “Choju-Giga,” painted between the mid-12th and mid-13th centuries which is designated as a national treasure. Next to the anmials, Kozan-ji, the name of a World Heritage temple in Kyoto that owns this scroll is written in Japanese. The plates are available in different…
This celadon sauce plate features a graceful matte texture that conveys tenderness the moment you touch it, enhanced by a moist, gentle surface finish. Bamboo leaves are intricately depicted, creating a three-dimensional effect that highlights their delicate form. The soft celadon shades bring out the natural beauty of the design, adding depth and texture to…
With its delicate, almost lace-like monochromatic elegance, this silver-colored plate is a unique take on a floral pattern from a dyeing technique originally imported to Japan from India. Sarasa, better known in the West as chintz or calico, is presented here in a luxurious and sophisticated style. Sarasa patterns were seen in dyed cotton textiles…
The motif of this Japanese chopstick rest is a dog waiting patiently in front of a bone. “Mate” means “stay” in English. When you place the chopsticks on the rest, it looks as if the dog is watching over them. From the side or behind, this chopstick rest looks adorable from any angle. The indigo…
This easy-to-use chrysanthemum-shaped sauce plate showcases a boldly painted peony in blue. The chrysanthemum shape creates a gorgeous atmosphere. This plate is available in different designs, so you collect them for a more enjoyable table setting. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small foods….
This sauce plate features a refined bamboo motif alongside an iconic depiction of Mount Fuji. In Japanese culture, bamboo is esteemed as an auspicious emblem that signifies longevity, and robust health. The technique displayed in this plate is called somenishiki where the plate is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further…
This soup cup showcases a classic arabesque pattern, one of the defining motifs of Tobe ware. The indigo shade lends a modern touch, while the hand-painted nature motifs bring a sense of warmth and craftsmanship to each piece. With its soft, rounded shape, this cup creates a cozy, relaxing ambiance. While designed for soup, it’s…
Put a smile on your face with this unique small Yunomi teacup from Kousai Kiln. This charmingly designed teacup is handmade combining the Shigaraki style “Yakishime(high-fired unglazed ceramics)” and traditional “Some-nishiki,” a technique where a?product is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand-painted drawings.Stoneware items are…
This dinner plate in a shiny dark blue color has an exquisite silhouette with wide rims and and a beautiful curve. As well as its excellent design, it is durable and easy to use which makes it is widely used in restaurants in Japan and overseas. The size is great for serving a salad, appetizers,…
This chawanmushi (Japanese steamed egg custard) bowl has a traditional circle pattern called marumon. The transparent blue-green color unique to celadon porcelain is beautiful and contrasts elegantly with the red circle pattern. Tasei Kiln is a kiln that originally made chawanmushi bowls for restaurant use. If you make chawanmushi with it, you can enjoy authentic…