RYOUKA Four Petals Kobachi Small Bowl

Kobachi, literally “small bowls” in Japanese, are designed for serving appetizers and side dishes. Deeper than a small plate but smaller than a main course or ramen bowl, kobachi are just the right size for light stews and simmered vegetables. Incorporating one or several kobachi bowls into a table setting and arranging dishes of different sizes and colors lends your meal an authentic Japanese atmosphere. 

This category includes bowls with diameters under 12.9 cm (5.1 in).

Black conveys a sense of sophistication, formality, and stylishness. In Japan, this is reflected in the use of kuro, a deep black color traditionally worn by priests and monks during ceremonies. Kuro not only symbolizes sanctity and solemnity but also projects an air of quiet elegance.

Black tableware's deep, rich tones and matte or glossy finishes bring a bold and elegant touch to any setting, elevating table design with a modern, sleek allure and fostering an ambiance of depth and a sense of ritual.

White carries the essence of purity, cleanliness, and sophistication. White tableware's achromatic simplicity and reflective nature blend seamlessly into any setting, enhancing table design with a modern, clean charm and creating a feeling of spaciousness and light.

In Japan, shiro iro, the color white, is held in high esteem, symbolizing sanctity and divinity. This color permeates Japanese culture, from the revered white horses and deer, symbols of auspiciousness, to the soft, snow-like petals of the unohana flower praised by the poets of the Heian period (794 CE–1158 CE).