Auspicious Akae Faceted Side Plate DESIGN_Ko-Kutani The striking decorations of this

The striking decorations of this vase are truly amazing with all the traditional techniques of the Arita Ware shown in one single piece

this plate is ideally sized for serving appetizers

This rice bowl is handmade by Yamanaka lacquerware craftsmen with a wipe lacquer finish that brings out the beautiful grain of cherry wood

the Kutani ware technique by which five-color glaze is applied over silver foil

Auspicious Akae Faceted Side Plate DESIGN_Ko-Kutani The striking decorations of thisThis side plate draws the eye with its unique silhouette, inspired by the tagasode motif, which depicts a beautiful kimono draped over a traditional clothing rack. The graceful curves are created using a traditional technique known as kata uchi, in which a slab of clay is pressed into a plaster mold to form its shape. The decoration is rendered in akae, using Zoho Kilns specially developed natural bengara pigment, prepared from a bengara material no