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This side plate is a magnificent example of the artistry found in Mikawachi ware, featuring hand-painted designs in blue on fine, durable porcelain. The rim of the plate is adorned with the geometric patterns of shonzui-de waves, a style influenced by the porcelain patterns originally produced in Jingdezhen kilns during the late Ming Dynasty.
At the center of the plate is a beautifully rendered takara zukushi "treasure painting." This auspicious Japanese motif symbolizes good fortune and includes various auspicious items such as the nyoihoju "a wish-fulfilling jewel," scrolls representing wisdom and knowledge, a fan symbolizing victory, an old-style purse, and the uchide no kozuchi "a magical mallet."
The shades of blue in the shonzui-de waves and the treasure painting display an exquisite gradation, painted carefully by skilled craftspeople using brushes soaked in cobalt pigment. This technique allows the dye to flow naturally onto the porcelain, creating a gentle and soft shade of blue as it "sinks" into the clay. The outlines of the waves and the elements in the treasure painting are drawn swiftly with precision and care, using soft and fine brushes to capture their contours and intricate details.
These hand-painted blue paintings on the plate will certainly enhance the presentation of any dish. Whether it's sushi, sashimi, or tempura, you can enjoy the serenity and elegance of Japanese blue and white porcelain with this unique piece.
DETAILS
Quantity | 1 |
Size | D 19 cm (7.5 in) x H 2.8 cm (1.1 in) |
Material |
Porcelain |
Microwave | Yes |
Dishwasher | Yes |
Maker / Brand
Kakusho Kiln is a historically prestigious kiln that used to serve the lordship of the Hirado Domain in the Edo Period (1600 CE–1868 CE). Kakusho Kiln has passed on the traditional art of sometsuke, blue designs on white porcelain, for more than 300 years.
Their lightweight and elegant porcelain is smooth to the touch, with a soft and gentle shade of blue kind to the eye.
Crafts
Mikawachi ware, also known as Hirado ware, is a pottery made in Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. Known for its translucent white porcelain, it was highly popular in Europe during the trend toward Japanese crafts in the West in the 20th century. Mikawachi ware is remarkable for its delicate modeling techniques that push the limits of porcelain, such as openwork and relief carving, and for its beautiful painting that looks like a single piece of art.
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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).

Sometsuke
Sometsuke is a decorative Japanese pottery technique also known as Blue and White. It is cherished worldwide for its cobalt blue and white contrast. The visually appealing design, combined with a fine, smooth finish and lightweight feel, enhances the user experience. This makes it especially valued not only in tableware but also in art pieces.

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