This octagonal kobachi small bowl features simple blue tokusa stripes shaded with delicate hand-painting. Tokusa, known as the horsetail plant, symbolizes longevity in Japanese culture. The indigo shade adds a modern touch, while the natural motif conveys the warmth of hand-painted craftsmanship. Perfect for serving small portions of side dishes like tangy sunomono or simmered nimono, it also…
These are children’s chopsticks made of natural wood and lacquer, featuring gold maki-e, a traditional technique. The upper part of the chopsticks is cut diagonally and decorated with a cute cat and footprint pattern. They are suitable for children in the upper grades of elementary school. The tips of the chopsticks are square to make them…
This chrysanthemum shaped Japanese small bowl features a matte white color, overlaid with a white speckled glaze that looks like snow. It is made by Hasami ware, which is widely known as a light, durable and easy-to-use tableware among Japanese tableware, and is an indispensable stoneware in both restaurants and homes. Chrysanthemum is a shape…
This side 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 from…
This pine-shaped Japanese plate is perfect for celebrating special occasions as well as everyday use. The pine tree is an evergreen tree and is a symbol of “eternal life.” In addition, some pine trees are thousands of years old and are said to be auspicious because they are associated with immortality and longevity. Perfectly sized…
This large bowl is decorated with a hand-painted arabesque pattern on the rustic texture of stoneware and feels warm and inviting. Its practical design makes it easy to use, combining functionality with charm. The vibrant red hue of the design, which extend to the interior, beautifully frame your food to enhance its presentation like a…
On this large white porcelain plate, lines in sometsuke “Blue and White” style form smooth and elegant curves, representing leaf veins. These lines are hand-painted by artisans, with subtle variations in thickness and shade making each unique. When using this plate, you can feel a closeness to nature. Sometsuke is a technique that applies indigo color…
This medium bowl features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, a signature motif of Tobe ware. The deep indigo hue adds a modern touch to its traditional design. Sized for versatility, it’s perfect for daily use, whether serving salads, simmered dishes like nikujaga, or cold udon and soba noodles. The wide shape comfortably holds each dish, enhancing…
The Japanese kobachi from the “Une” series is made by Taniguchi Seidojo, which has been making Kutani ware clay for three generations. Instead of using vivid colors of Kutani ware, they propose a new, simple and modern Kutani ware that can only be created by a company that knows the characteristics of clay. The carefully…
This chrysanthemum flower shaped Japanese kobachi small bowl is perfect size to put a sauce or side dishes. A chrysanthemum flower represents longevity, rejuvenation and nobility. Its red lines add a fine accent and make it a timeless and versatile piece. It is a versatile small bowl to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small…
This side plate is a magnificent example of the artistry found in Mikawachi ware, featuring hand-painted designs in blue on fine, durable porcelain. The rim of the plate is adorned with the geometric patterns of shonzui-de waves, a style influenced by the porcelain patterns originally produced in Jingdezhen kilns during the late Ming Dynasty. At…
A set of spoon and spoon rest features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, one of the representative motifs of Tobe ware. The shade of indigo gives a sense of modern taste. You can feel the warmth of hand-painting from the patterns using nature motifs. It makes a perfect combination with noodle bowls from Tobe ware, which…