Golden and Silver Cranes Rice Bowl and Japanese Yunomi Teacup Pair Set

This elegant rice bowl and yunomi tea set represents a traditional style of Japanese tableware known as mutsumi-soroe. The name carries a heartfelt wish for partners to live together in lasting harmony and mutual affection. 

Each piece is finished in a golden, sand-toned coating with a pleasantly coarse texture. The interior is softly toned and sprinkled with fine black speckles, creating a gentle contrast. A pair of Japanese cranes, rendered in shimmering gold, glide across the surface. Often regarded as a symbol of lasting devotion, they appear against a silver moon and mist-covered mountains, forming a classic Japanese landscape scene.

The set includes a large and small rice ball along with a small and large yunimoi teacup. The rice bowls feature a tall foot and a gently flared rim, while the teacups have subtle ridges that rest securely in the hand. A fitting gift for newlyweds, or a meaningful choice for an anniversary.

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.