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This Japanese tray by Yamanaka Lacquerware features black lacquer with a slight touch of red underneath, which emphasizes the beautiful grain of wood and conveys the warmth of natural wood. The more you use, the overcoated lacquer becomes more glossy and shining.
It can be used for various occasions, depending on your ideas. It is suitable not only for serving dishes, but also presenting as a base for home decorative items such as flower vases, photo frames, accessory trays and fruits stand.
Its timeless design surely brings your dining table and room traditional meets modern Japanese interior taste.
DETAILS
Quantity | 1 |
Size | L 42 cm (16.5 in) x W 30 cm (11 in) x H 1 cm (0.3 in) |
Material | Wood |
Microwave | No |
Dishwasher | No |
Crafts
Yamanaka lacquerware, produced in the Yamanaka Onsen district of Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture, has a proud history of more than 450 years. It is characterized by the harmony of natural wood grain and the refined maki-e technique, where gold, silver, or colored powders are delicately sprinkled to create elegant patterns.
Yamanaka lacquerware is crafted into a wide variety of items including chopsticks, bowls, plates, trays, spoons, ladles, and natsume tea caddies. It is known for being lightweight, durable, and beautifully refined. Traditional black and vermilion lacquer finishes are often used.
Yamanaka lacquerware continues to evolve, blending timeless tradition with modern aesthetics to suit contemporary lifestyles.

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Trays & Placemats
A mealtime is not only about the food, but the special moments woven together by the tableware and setting. Japanese trays, whether you're looking for a wooden tray, lustrous lacquer tray, or naturally textured bamboo tray, add a touch of elegance to everyday life. Use these trays as breakfast trays, tea trays, place settings, and more. Here you'll also find tatami placemats with a calm presence, soft natural designs, and vibrant red lacquer items that bring harmony and refinement to the dining table.
Whether for entertaining guests or for everyday meals, Japanese serving trays and placemats create a warm atmosphere and a sense of completeness.

Serveware
You’ll find Japanese serveware that meets beauty and functionality from practical tools like cooking chopsticks, ladles, strainers, donabe, and bento boxes, to elegant presentation items such as sushi boats, trays, placemats, and coasters. We offer a wide selection to elevate your dining experience. Seasoning containers like soy sauce dispensers and spice holders also play an essential role at the table. Each item brings a touch of quality to your everyday table, making mealtimes more comfortable and truly special.

Guide to Japanese Trays & Placemats
