Hachi-Kutani Takara-Zukushi Sauce Plate

While Kutani Ware is loved for its vibrant colors, the hachi-kutani series features sauce plates all in white. Thick overglaze paint with traditional Japanese paints brings out a sense of luxury. The porcelain is painted with an elegant traditional pattern, inspired by the snow of Hakusan (Mt. Hakusan), and is trimmed with a rusty brown finish. 

The porcelain is painted with an elegant traditional pattern all in white, decorated with a pattern called takara-zukushi (treasure collection.) Zukushi, meaning “full of” is an expression often used to call patterns that contain a collection of similarly-themed motifs. Takara-zukushi refers to auspicious patterns with various treasures, or lucky charms including uchideno kozuchi (magic mallet), choji (cloves), fundo (weights), kinchaku (treasure pouch), makijiku (scroll), kakure-mino (magic cloak), kakure-gasa (magic umbrella), hojyu (treasure ball) and so forth.

This small plate can be used for sauce, condiments, pickles, and other small items such as accessories. It has a beautiful and simple design that matches any item. There are eight different patterns in total, so you can choose your favorite one or use different patterns with your family.

Seikou Kiln

Seikou Kiln, founded in the early Taisho era (1912–1926 CE) in Nomi City, Ishikawa Prefecture, has long been dedicated to the art of Japanese overglaze painting for Kutani ware. Through years of research, the kiln perfected a high-quality technique for transferring designs and patterns using in-house printed sheets. This method preserves the transparency of glassy glazes and the depth of thick overglaze paints, achieving the same richness as traditional hand-painting. Their work has earned prestigious accolades, including recognition in the Japan Tourism Agency's Charming Japanese Souvenir Contest.

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.