Red Plum-Shaped Serving Tray 11.6 IN

This is a lacquerware serving tray in the shape of a plum blossom. The vivid vermilion red lacquer is glossy and eye-catching, giving this tray a truly luxurious feel. With a generous 29.5 cm (11.6 in) diameter, it is the perfect size for full place settings or entertaining at tea ceremonies. The back of the tray is black with a rough finish to prevent scratches, for easy and worry-free use.

Plum blossoms are a beloved motif in Japanese art, kimonos, and tableware. As the first flowers to bloom as the cold of winter passes, they are considered a lucky symbol, a sign of good times to come.

This limited‑edition plum blossom tray, crafted in partnership with master artisans for MUSUBI KILN, bears a gold exquisite MUSUBI KILN logo stamped on its reverse. Based on the Red Plum-Shaped Serving Tray 23.5 cm (9.3 in), a customer favorite, this larger size was conceived with diverse dining needs in mind.

Fukunishi Sobe Shoten

Fukunishi Sobe Shoten, a long-established Aizu lacquerware company, was founded in 1919 by Fukunishi Sobe, who branched off from the Fukunishi Ihee Shoten—the main family business that had been operating since the early Edo period (1603–1868 CE) for thirteen generations. 

In addition to traditional lacquering techniques that highlight the soft, lustrous finish characteristic of lacquerware, they continue to pass down unique Aizu decorative methods such as Aizu-e painting, featuring motifs of pine, bamboo, plum, and ceremonial arrows, as well as the use of spinning wheel patterns.

Aizu lacquerware is a traditional craft originating from the Aizu region in western Fukushima. Nestled in a basin surrounded by mountain ranges, the region's humid climate provides ideal conditions for working with lacquer. Aizu lacquerware is known for its auspicious motifs and refined decorative techniques, including Aizu-e, featuring vibrant Japanese floral patterns, and maki-e, which uses gold powder to create intricate designs.

Firmly rooted in over 400 years of tradition, Aizu lacquerware continues to evolve by embracing modern techniques, sharing its timeless beauty with the world today.