Red Carp Streamer Small Box

This red carp-shaped container, adorned with gold decoration, features a design rich in symbolism and elegance. In Japanese culture, the carp, or koi fish, is considered a symbol of good fortune and resilience. Every year on May 5, during Tango-no-Sekku, a tradition honoring children’s growth, colorful koinobori (carp streamers) are flown outdoors, appearing to swim in the wind—a beloved sight in Japan.

Originally made as a small container to hold incense, it was mainly used in tea rooms for scenting and welcoming guests. The shape is unique and three-dimensional, and the traditional Japanese design of seigaiha "wave" patterns is stylishly depicted on it.

With its exquisite design, this small box can be used in many other ways. It can be displayed as an interior decoration, or used to hold accessories or small snacks. You may display it on celadon plates and lacquered stands.

Hataman Touen

Hataman Touen inherits the rich history and techniques of Imari Nabeshima ware, a tradition spanning 370 years, while embracing the spirit of Japanese culture that enriches the heart and soul. They aim to embody Japanese aesthetics in a modern context and share their story and products with the world.

Nabeshima ware is a type of porcelain crafted at the meticulously managed Nabeshima domain kiln. This kiln, operating as a government-run project under the direct supervision of the Saga Nabeshima domain, flourished during the early Edo period (1603–1868 CE).

For approximately 250 years, Nabeshima ware was reserved solely for exclusively for shoguns and feudal lords, with the kilns producing exquisite pieces in styles like Iro-Nabeshima (overglaze enamel), Ai-Nabeshima (sometsuke), and Nabeshima Seiji (celadon). After the feudal system ended, the kilns were privatized, welcoming new potters and giving rise to what is now known as Imari Nabeshima ware.