Kikka Chrysanthemum Ramen Spoon

This exquisite spoon brings the warmth of traditional Japanese colors to your table, including a vibrant pink reminiscent of red plum blossoms. Its graceful curves and comfortable handle make it ideal for ladling flavorful broths, hearty soups, or savory stews—adding a refined accent to every meal.

Whether scooping soup from a donabe or serving simmered dishes, this spoon offers both beauty and practicality. Crafted from durable ceramic, its timeless design makes it a thoughtful addition to everyday dining and special occasions alike.

We highly recommend pairing it with other pieces from the Kikka series to create a harmonious and visually unified table setting.

GINPO

Founded by Ginpo Toki in 1932, GINPO is a distinguished brand rooted in the legacy of Banko ware, carried on through four generations in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture. Even with limited access to local materials, the company has continued to evolve—combining traditional craftsmanship with constant innovation to meet the changing needs of everyday life.

Its signature series—Kikka, Hana Mishima, and Sumi-Kannyu—embody both elegance and practicality. Through a meticulous five-stage production process that blends artisanal skill with modern technology, GINPO remains committed to delivering consistent, high-quality donabe from raw clay to finished form.

From everyday tableware and flower vases, Yokkaichi Banko ware, commonly referred to as Banko ware, is known for its remarkable variety. Among its most iconic creations is the donabe, or Japanese clay pot. Beloved for its durability and heat retention, it has become a staple of home-cooked meals—and today, around 80 percent of all donabe produced in Japan are Banko ware.

Banko ware originated in the mid-Edo period (1603–1868 CE), when a cultured tea enthusiast named Nunami Rozan began crafting ceramics in present-day Kuwana, Mie Prefecture. Rather than naming the ware after its region, he chose the word “banko”—meaning “eternity”—as a wish for his creations to endure for generations. That enduring spirit lives on today, and in recognition of its cultural and historical value, Banko ware was designated a Traditional Craft by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in 1979.