Echizen lacquerware has a history of 1,500 years. It dates back to the 6th century, the end of the Kofun period. When the 26th emperor was still a prince, he ordered a lacquer craftsman (now in Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture) to repair his broken crown.

The lacquer craftsman repaired the crown with lacquer and presented a black lacquered bowl to the prince, who was so impressed by the magnificent workmanship that he encouraged the production of lacquerware in the Katayama community. This is said to be the origin of today's Echizen lacquerware.

Chinkin-finished Echizen lacquer with floating hand-carved peony petals. The red heaping bowl is hand-carved with red peony petals and is recommended as a memento.

The careful craftsmanship of each piece is evident. The vermilion and tame-nuri lacquered spoons are smooth to the palate and can be used for desserts, porridge, and other dishes.

Bonbonniere

The lovely lids are hiding places for small items and jewelry. You will enjoy the chinkin process of flowers carved in platinum on vermillion lacquer.

Hand-engraved petals raised by Chin-kin process embedded in the surface. The design of peony is filled in with platinum urushi and vermilion urushi. The craftsman's careful handiwork shines through.

Arita-yaki porcelain has a long history, dating back to 1616, when "china stone," the raw material for porcelain, was discovered at Mount Izumiyama in Arita Town and porcelain was fired. Arita-yaki porcelain has continued to be produced for over 400 years, and is said to be the oldest porcelain in Japan. 

Indigo petals with openwork. A harmony of tradition and modern design typical of Aritayaki porcelain. Thin and light cup and easy-to-use saucer. The light leaking from the petals is beautiful.

Imari Ware, a gem of hand-painted ware. The dignified wasabi stems and rounded leaves. Please enjoy the vivid and beautiful contrast.

Shigaraki ware dates back to the middle of the Kamakura period (the beginning of samurai rule), approximately 750 years ago. At that time, pots, bowls, and other daily necessities were produced. Early Shigaraki ware was fired in small-scale, simple kilns called anagama, in which holes were dug in the ground. Around 550 years ago, with the beginning of the tea ceremony in the Momoyama period of the Muromachi period (1333-1573), Shigaraki ware became popular among tea masters and was used for tea ceremony utensils.

Scarlet is a faint red color produced by firing. The scarlet color changes slightly depending on the temperature and firing method.

The round, colonized shape is cute and makes not only drinks, but also desserts and side dishes look stylish. The scarlet color with dotted patterns scattered in white makes this a lovely cup.

Shigaraki ware scarlet large bowl

 An ordinary material is transformed into a special occasion with a single plate.

Deep green against jet black. An emerald lying in a lake deep in the depths of the bowl. 

It is believed that around the 5th century, rokuro and anagama kilns were introduced to Japan from the Korean Peninsula, along with Sue ware production methods. Around the 7th century, Sue ware production was introduced to Mino through the Sanage kilns in Aichi and the Sue ware kilns centered in Kakamigahara. This can be said to be the beginning of Mino ware.

The dark blue color is beautiful and seems to absorb you when you gaze at it.

The clear blue glass glaze enhances its beauty.

Tsubame City in Niigata Prefecture is one of the world's leading production centers of western-style metal tableware. Tsubame's history of manufacturing dates back 400 years. Its roots can be traced back to the Edo period when farmers started making Japanese nails as a side job. Since then, Tsubame has continued to produce products that people need, while adapting to the changes of the times.

In Tsubame, there is inheritance and innovation of technology nurtured by a long history.

Spoon and fork

The petals are designed in fine stainless steel.

Hagi-yaki, famous for its tea utensils (ceramics used in the tea ceremony), was developed during the Edo period as the official kiln of the Mori clan, which held two provinces, Suo and Nagato, and its history dates back to Toyotomi Hideyoshi's invasion of Korea in 1592, over 400 years ago. During the Azuchi-Momoyama period, Oda Nobunaga and Toyotomi Hideyoshi protected Sen no Rikyu and dominated the tea ceremony exclusively.

White makeup and scarlet are arranged on Hagi clay. The gradation caused by the kiln change is beautiful. The best size shallow bowl is sure to be very useful for daily dishes.

The glass glaze that pools at the bottom of the shallow bowls is like the sparkle of gemstones, entertaining guests.

Kiyomizu-yaki is a ceramic ware produced in Kyoto Prefecture. The name is said to derive from the fact that there were many potteries, including Kiyomizu Rokubei and Takahashi Michihachi, in the Gojozaka area (along Gojodori east of Yamato-oji Avenue), which is the approach to Kiyomizu-dera Temple. This pottery is representative of Kyoto.

Coffee cup / Red

The red of the persimmon glaze is a color unique to Kyoto Kiyomizuyaki. Enjoy a moment of relaxation.

Coffee cup / Jet Black

The inside is glossy and the outside is unglazed, giving it warmth. This mug is thin, light, and large. The contrast between the tactile feel of unglazed ware and the transparent interior is wonderful.

Coffee cup / Deep Blue

The pottery of high creativity, refined through friendly competition among many master craftsmen. Coffee served in a dignified blue cup is exceptional. You can spend a relaxing time.

Kiyomizu-yaki, Kyoyaki and Kiyomizu-yaki porcelains have been cultivated over 1200 years of history. Kiyomizuyaki is one of Japan's representative traditional crafts. The deep bowls are ideal for serving salads, simmered dishes, and other dishes.