This set of bamboo chopsticks showcases the beauty of intricately crafted shiratake bamboo from Kyoto. An evergreen that grows quickly and straight, bamboo symbolizes prosperity in Japanese culture. Enjoy their rustic natural charm in two subtle shades of brown. Sourced from Muko City in Kyoto Prefecture, a region famed for its bamboo, the area’s unique…
This square sauce plate features a playful depiction of okame, a traditional Japanese mask motif known for its cheerful expression and association with good fortune. Characterized by a round face, short hair, and rosy cheeks, okame is depicted here with a warm smile and full red lips, bringing charm and lightheartedness to the design. Perfect…
This round side plate features a bold hand-painted arabesque pattern, one of the representative motifs of Tobe ware. The shade of indigo gives a sense of modern taste. Perfect for small cuts of grilled dishes, sides, or desserts, this plate combines practicality with aesthetic appeal. The subtly raised rim prevents spills while framing each dish…
This large serving bowl is colored in gorgeous gold on the inside and a clear white on the outside. This deep plate can be used to serve a salad or a main course. It is perfect for parties to lavishly display a leafy salad in bright green colors or to plate sashimi. The slightly grainy…
This long rectangular platter has a beautiful matte and rough texture, and the chic colors mixed with gray and brown give a sense of wabi sabi and create a high-quality dining table. It is suitable for serving appetizers. It is also recommended to serve a few pieces of sushi or sashimi. With its slim shape, you…
This 5 chopstick rests set is decorated with “Kinsai”, one of the iconic signiture of Kutani ware. The brightening gold is created by artisan works, using the gold leaf(Kinpaku), which is known as a special product of Ishikawa prefecture in Japan.The gold leaf pattern creates a different expression for each piece of work, and it…
The plate features Red Fuji, capturing the moment of the rising sun turning Mount Fuji red in a clear early morning. With the combination of Kutani ware with the masterpiece of the genius artist Hokusai Katsushika, the plate has truly an eye-stopping charm for anyone. The size is great for serving side dishes, pieces of…
This bowl features round Kamo eggplants, a summer vegetable from Kyoto, in the serene blue and white of sometsuke. Kyoto vegetable designs are created by applying a water-resistant substance to outline the shapes. Then, gosu, a cobalt blue glaze, is hand-painted over the surface, leaving the protected areas untouched. After a second bisque-firing, delicate lines…
This Hasami ware bowl features a lovely blue cat. The cat is depicted with slightly pointed ears in an adorable curled-up pose, giving the bowl a unique and charming design. The carefully shaded colors on the body enhance the bowl’s charm, making the overall design even more endearing. The smooth porcelain texture and indigo color…
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 vermilion 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, is…
The bowl features a beautiful contrast of soft colors on a white canvas, making the most of the distinctive texture of porcelain. The fine touch of flowers are hand-painted by an artisan, adding a touch of elegance to the space. Unlike other kilns from Kutani ware, Ginshu kiln is especially known as its romantic and…
These chopsticks are stunning, featuring a geometric pattern of neatly aligned triangles engraved on white bamboo and finished with a sleek lacquer coating. The intricate triangular design brings a contemporary flair to the traditional craftsmanship. Bamboo chopsticks are moderately light and very easy to hold. Their flexibility and thin tips make eating effortless and precise….