Pink Plum Blossom Washi Paper Placemat Set Pair symbolizing good fortune

symbolizing good fortune

Choemon's playful illustration is a wonderful example of how traditional Kutani ware meets modern design

widened-bottomed shape is suitable for drinking Sencha(green tea of medium quality)

This serving tray is from the ZEN series and highlights the charm of Japanese patterns on the beautiful metallic surface of aluminum

These bowls come in four different designs of a bunny blowing bubbles

Pink Plum Blossom Washi Paper Placemat Set Pair symbolizing good fortuneThis placemat is made from Tosa washi paper and features a plum blossom pattern. Plum blossoms have long been cherished in Japan and are a motif often seen on kimono and tableware. As they are among the first flowers to bloom toward the end of winter, they are considered auspicious and associated with the arrival of spring. The washi has a double layered structure. The white pattern is created using a traditional technique called rakusui, in which