Little Mt. Fuji Sauce Plate

Shaped like Mount Fuji, this little sauce plate carries one of Japan’s most beloved emblems of good luck. The mountain’s broad, spreading base evokes suehirogari, a wish for fortune that keeps growing. Available in two variations, the blue Mount Fuji is set against drifting clouds with a red sun sinking behind its peak, while akafuji, the red Mount Fuji, has clouds gathered at its foot and a sun picked out in metallic gold. Akafuji recalls the rare dawns when the mountain glows red, a sight long welcomed as an omen of prosperity.

At 8 cm wide, it holds just enough soy sauce, wasabi, or pickles, and works for nuts or sweets too. Pair the two on a New Year table, or give one to someone starting something new.

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.