A Year in Bloom Rice Bowl

Celebrate the beauty of the changing seasons with these rice bowls, each adorned with a flower representing a month of the year. Choose a favorite bloom, select one that matches your or a loved one’s birth month, or simply pick a design that suits your taste. A glossy white backdrop highlights the vibrant hues of each flower, while a smooth porcelain interior enhances the natural sheen and texture of freshly cooked rice, making every meal more inviting.

Generously sized, this bowl is ideal for those who enjoy hearty portions of rice. Durable, easy to clean, and stackable for convenient storage, it is well suited for everyday use.

Kutani ware is a traditional Japanese porcelain from the Kaga region in Ishikawa Prefecture, with a history spanning over 350 years. Known for its vibrant overglaze enamel designs and use of five signature colors, known as Kutani gosai—navy blue, red, purple, green, and yellow pigments. This timeless craft has continuously evolved through generations of artisans who balance innovation with a deep respect for tradition. 

Kutani ware exhibits a diverse range of distinctive styles, shaped by evolving artistic tastes over the centuries. Styles such as ko-Kutani, with its bold colors, geometric patterns, and painterly detail, and akae-saibyo, marked by ultra-fine red lines. Many pieces feature traditional Japanese motifs, such as kacho (flowers and birds) and sansui (landscapes), offering a timeless glimpse into the beauty of nature and the seasons.