Hamorebi Oval Dinner Plate

This beautiful Japanese oval plate from the Hamorebi series—meaning "sunlight filtering through leaves"—is hand-painted by female artisan Sakurai Chie.

Each piece is meticulously brushed using traditional Japanese color paints, a distinctive feature of Kutani ware. The painted areas are slightly raised, adding texture and depth to the design.

The elegant oval shape offers a distinctive visual appeal, bringing a graceful and stylish presentation to your dishes. Its elongated form is ideal for arranging main dishes, desserts, fruits, or bread with effortless elegance. The colorful leaf motif infuses your table setting with a joyful, inviting atmosphere, turning every meal into a delightful experience.

Sakurai Chie

Sakurai Chie is a Kutani ware artist with Soukyu Kiln. She is known for creating a wide range of works incorporating a vibrant array of designs, from plant and animal motifs to traditional patterns.

In order to give a soft atmosphere to her pieces, she painstakingly handles all steps of painting, from underglaze to overglaze, which is rare among Kutani ware artists. Each piece is hand-painted using Japanese paints known as wa-enogu, a feature of Kutani ware. The overglaze-painted areas are slightly thickened, creating a pleasing texture. While utilizing vivid, traditional Kutani ware colors, Sakurai arranges patterns and hues in a modern style. 

Sakurai's work is both unique and accessible for everyday use, sure to touch the hearts of all who see it.

Kutani ware is a pottery produced in the Kaga region of Ishikawa Prefecture and it has a history of over 350 years. It is characterized by the heavy brilliance of the five colors of green, yellow, red, purple, and navy blue that are applied to the bold and daring lines. Its long history has evolved through the tireless efforts and enthusiasm of people who have sought innovation while maintaining tradition.

The beauty of the various styles and methods of painting is known as "Japan Kutani" and is highly regarded around the world.