Yazaemon Somenishiki Kotobuki Pattern Three Tiers Jubako Bento Box

This three-tier food box is a beautifully decorated item reflecting the high-quality craftsmanship handed down for generations within Arita Porcelain Lab's long history. The technique displayed in this bowl is called somenishiki where the product is first glazed with white and blue patterns and then is further decorated with detailed hand painted drawings. 

The character in a circle seen on the side of the bowl is the character "kotobuki." This character is used on happy, auspicious occasions and is also used to express long life. The other detailed drawings such as the bamboos and Japanese plum trees are all auspicious patterns used in Japan. 

This three-tiered food box is a great item to serve a large portion of food that can be made ahead of time. Decorate your table with this food box as a center piece filled with appetizers or charcuterie. You can put various types of sushi or onigiri in each tier to have an indoors picnic at home. A variety of desserts packed inside this food box would be eye-catching item on your table when hosting a party.