Japan Blue Circle Motif Soba Choko Cup and Condiment Plate Set

This soba choko cup, used as a dipping bowl when eating soba, comes with a small  condiment plate that is used to put finely cut spring onions and wasabi for the dipping sauce. The plate can also be used as a lid or a coaster as well.  

Circles symbolize the sun and are considered a source of power. A circle without a starting or ending point is considered auspicious because it signifies infinity. In addition, the lattice pattern applied throughout is said to ward off evil, as the squares are said to keep an eye out for evil spirits.

Arita Porcelain Lab

"To modernize Arita ware, modernize luxury Japanese porcelain culture, and convey it to the world": that is the vision of the seventh generation Yazaemon of Arita Porcelain Lab.

Arita Porcelain Lab's tableware retains an ancient Japanese aesthetic of elegance while adding fresh new details. They have developed original glazes through countless prototypes to achieve just the right collection of hues, creating patterns and designs that are traditional yet freely combine to suit modern interiors.

Not limited to Japan, Arita Porcelain Lab has collaborated with French brands like Guerlain, Laduree, and Paris's Mandarin Hotel, its tableware being enjoyed worldwide.

Crafted in the historic town of Arita, located in Saga Prefecture, Arita ware stands as the most venerable porcelain production hub in the annals of Japanese history. Characterized by its ethereal translucent white porcelain adorned with vibrant paintings, it has profoundly influenced the porcelain craft across Europe.

Within Japan, Arita ware is held in high esteem as a prestigious brand, with the town of Arita acknowledged as a quintessential porcelain production area.