White Chrysanthemum Side Plate
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This chrysanthemum-shaped side plate features a matte white color, overlaid with a white speckled glaze that looks like snow.
Chrysanthemum is a shape often used in Japanese tableware. Chrysanthemums have meanings such as "love" and "true strength" and are known as an auspicious motif.
Highly versatile and perfectly sized as an extra plate, this plate is ideal for serving side dishes, such as salads, appetizers, sushi, sashimi, desserts, and so on. It is durable and suitable for long-term use.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | D 14.8 cm(5.8 in) x H 2.8 cm(1.1 in) |
| Material | Stoneware |
| Microwave | Yes |
| Dishwasher | Yes |
Maker / Brand
Chojuro Kiln is a Hasami ware studio founded in 1980 in Hasami City, Nagasaki Prefecture. From forming to glazing and decorating, every step of the ceramic-making process is handled in-house, allowing for a high level of creative control. The kiln is especially known for its dedication to glaze research.
Its pieces range from bright and cheerful to soft and earthy, showcasing subtle textures and a wide spectrum of color. With a focus on warmth and daily usability, Chojuro Kiln’s ceramics bring a spirited charm to the modern table.
Crafts
Hasami ware is a traditional Japanese ceramic produced in Hasami Town, often called the "Town of Pottery," located in Nagasaki Prefecture, Kyushu. For over 400 years, it has been cherished as durable and practical tableware for everyday use.
It is known for its vibrant hand-painted designs on a pure white porcelain base—an iconic feature of Japanese porcelain. While Hasami ware continues to honor traditional patterns, artisans are constantly creating new designs that suit contemporary lifestyles, blending timeless beauty with modern functionality.
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Side Plates
Bring a feeling of quality to your table with our collection of Japanese side plates, expertly crafted by artisans from all across Japan. A key element of an authentic Japanese table setting, the small plates in our selection are curated to fit any aesthetic, from cute and bright to classic and refined. These dishes showcase appetizers, snacks, breads, sweets, and side dishes like tofu, salad, or even slices of fish with ease and style.
This category features plates with diameters ranging from 13–20.9 cm (5.1–8.2 in).
Chrysanthemum
For generations, Japan has held a reverence for chrysanthemums. Known as kiku in Japanese, the chrysanthemum holds profound cultural and aesthetic significance, symbolizing longevity and warding off evil spirits.
Their blooms frequently adorn Japanese tableware, adding an air of elegance and historical depth. Many pieces showcase meticulously painted chrysanthemum motifs, while others are crafted to mirror the delicate form of a fully-bloomed chrysanthemum.
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