Snowflake-Shaped Rabbits and Vines Kobachi Small Bowl

This elegant kobachi small bowl is crafted by Takayama, renowned for Hasami porcelain. In the timeless blue and white of sometsuke, it features at its center an adorable rabbit—a lovely discovery for the diner once they’ve eaten the cuisine inside.

Surrounding the sides is a traditional wari-kusabana pattern: stemmed flowers and grass separated from each other by scrollwork, a pattern long cherished as a symbol of renewal and hope for the plants’ ability to flourish even in harsh conditions. The rim is delightfully formed into a snowflake, the delicate ripples and cut-outs representing the snow’s precious crystals.

The bowl’s size is ideal for small bites of pickles, fruit, or desserts. Relatively deep for a kobachi small bowl, it would also be wonderful with ice cream, pudding, or custard. It stacks neatly with other designs for easy storage. It’s an excellent choice for newcomers to Japanese tableware and for those looking to mix and match pieces.

This cute yet sophisticated piece adds a sense of depth and elegance to any dining experience.

Takayama

With nearly a century of heritage, Takayama stands as a leading kiln in Hasami Town, Nagasaki Prefecture, renowned for its exquisite Hasami ware. Specializing in both pad printing and hand-painted designs, their artisans seamlessly blend traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to create beautiful, everyday tableware. Committed to sustainability and joy, their creations aim to enrich your daily life and celebrate precious moments.

Hasami ware is a traditional Japanese ceramic produced in Hasami Town, the “Town of Pottery," located in Kyushu's Nagasaki Prefecture. It has been loved as durable daily tableware for for over 400 years.

Hasami ware is characterized by vibrantly colored painting on beautiful pure white porcelain, a typical Japanese porcelain style. Although the traditional patterns are inherited, new designs are being created every day that pair well with modern lifestyles.