Tiny Blossoms Side Plate

Bring joy to your table with this charming side plate sprinkled with tiny blossoms. Available in cheerful yellow or refreshing blue, its floral pattern pairs a playful touch with understated refinement, making it equally suited for daily meals and special occasions. This modern interpretation of Kutani ware’s storied tradition adds a lively splash of color to any dinnerware collection.

Measuring 19.2 cm (7.6 in) across, it’s ideal for serving small portions of main dishes, side plates, desserts, or snacks. The bright yet simple design complements both Japanese and Western-style menus. Perfect for your table or as a thoughtful gift for someone who loves floral motifs, this plate is a delightful way to add variety and personality to everyday dining.

Harekutani

Harekutani creates Japanese pottery in the Kutani tradition, designed to brighten your home and daily life. The word hare in Harekutani is a Japanese term that signifies special or festive occasions, such as weddings and joyful milestones. True to its name, Harekutani pieces are designed to bring cheer into everyday life, turning simple moments into small celebrations.

Rooted in traditional Japanese pottery techniques of Kutani ware and the five classic pigments of red, yellow, green, purple, and navy blue, Harekutani combines them with contemporary shapes and designs. The resulting pieces are a new expression of Kutani ware—colorful and approachable, yet modern and well-suited for daily 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.