This soup bowl is hollowed out from Japanese horse chestnut, which is the best material for wood bowls. It has a slightly matte texture in calm black color.The lacquering process, from the base coat to the top coat, has been inspected for designation as a traditional Aizu lacquerware craft.Aizu-e, the traditional design of Aizu lacquerware,…
This simple and modern kobachi small bowl, featuring a beautiful bright blue color, is highly versatile. Perfect for serving side dishes or as a table accent, it can also be used to hold small portions of food or condiments. Placing it on a larger plate or inside a bento box instantly elevates food presentation, making…
This kobachi small bowl is a beautifully decorated item reflecting the high-quality craftsmanship handed down for generations within Arita Porcelain Lab’s long history. The technique displayed in this bowl is called somenishiki where the bowl is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand painted drawings. The character in a…
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…
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…
This bamboo soba strainer is ideal for serving cold soba. It efficiently removes excess water from boiled soba, ensuring a delicious taste. Simply place it on any plate or tray you have at home for convenient use. It is made using bamboo from Japan, and its authentic and cool appearance is perfect for a hot…
This serving tray is made by Mr. Kiyoteru Morita, a renowned undercoat craftsman of Echizen lacquerware. Sushi and tempura can be stylishly plated on this tray. It can also be used to serve appetizers, main dishes, and desserts. Neatly display small plates, bowls, and ochoko (sake cups)for an elegant Japanese style table setting. The sides…
Enjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl. This Chawanmushi bowl is painted in the “Tokusa (Horsetail)” pattern which is a classic motif that has been beloved since the Edo period (1603 CE – 1867 CE). Its straight-growing appearance symbolizes wishes for growth and prosperity. And the three subdued colors…
This stunning plate is made by Yatsuyanagi, a manufacturer of cherry bark work from Akita Prefecture. It features delicate cherry blossom decorations using light-colored cherry bark and shell inlays, set against a meticulously crafted checkerboard pattern for a traditional feel. The size is ideal for serving sweets and light meals in a sophisticated setting. It…
A stunning plate melds the exquisite patterns of the Imari style with a modern sensibility suitable for everyday tableware. Lightweight and durable, its wave-patterned rim elegantly balances vivid colors against a pristine white backdrop. The rim showcases a medley of motifs, resulting in an enthralling and imaginative visual narrative. At the forefront, the blue and…
This square sauce plate features an auspicious design of a lucky cat, or maneki neko in Japanese. The delightful illustration showcases an adorable lucky cat raising its left paw in an inviting gesture while holding a golden koban coin in its right. The koban symbolizes prosperity, and the raised left paw is believed to beckon…
This small-sized Japanese donburi rice bowl features peonies, framed by dark blue, lattice-like patterns, all rendered in the traditional nishiki-e style. Nishiki-e, meaning “brocade picture,” is a multi-colored woodblock print technique that revolutionized ukiyo-e during the Edo period (1603-1868 CE), when most prints were in black and white. The lid helps keep the food warm and…