Tokusa Kobachi Small Bowl
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This kobachi small bowl is designed with a tokusa pattern drawn by hand with a broom-like brush to make the thin blue lines centered in the middle of the bowl. The undulating sides give the kobachi bowl extra shine and a beautiful shape.
Beloved since the Edo period (1603–1868 CE), this pattern of straight vertical lines is inspired by the Japanese plant tokusa, known in English as rough horsetail. It is regarded as a symbol of growth and prosperity as it grows unwaveringly upwards.
This bowl is ideal for a single serving of an appetizer or salad. You can use it to plate some pickled vegetables when eating a Japanese-style meal with two or three persons.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | D 12 cm (4.7 in) x H 4.7 cm (1.8 in) |
| Material | Porcelain |
| Microwave | Yes |
| Dishwasher | Yes |
Maker / Brand
Fukuhou Kiln is a 50-year-old Hasami ware kiln, famous for its masterfully hand-painted sometsuke and akae products. Observing the artisans at work in the studio, it's easy to see that even the most delicate and subtle lines are drawn without hesitation. Among the many Hasami ware kilns, Fukuhou Kiln has an established reputation for the delicate painting of the tokusa "vertical stripe" pattern, and this series has become a long bestseller.
In recent years, Hasami ware has gained popularity for its ease of use and modern style, attracting attention among Japanese young people. Fukuhou Kiln has succeeded in combining traditional techniques with contemporary needs. Their tableware is easy to use, has a warm shape, and is stylish in a way that beautifully complements food, making you want to use it every day.
Crafts
Hasami ware is a traditional Japanese ceramic produced in Hasami Town, often called the "Town of Pottery," located in Nagasaki Prefecture, Kyushu. For over 400 years, it has been cherished as durable and practical tableware for everyday use.
It is known for its vibrant designs painted on a pure white porcelain base—an iconic feature of Japanese porcelain. While Hasami ware continues to honor traditional patterns, artisans are constantly creating new designs that suit contemporary lifestyles, blending timeless beauty with modern functionality.
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Kobachi Small Bowls
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).
Cool Off With Shades of Blue
Bring Japanese hues into your space this summer with tableware and decor in shades of blue. Featuring minimalist geometric patterns, modern styles, and intricately painted designs, the items in this collection are sure to introduce a little extra zing to your late-summer table.
One of the most classic Japanese blues is cobalt: a rich, bold color that works as well as a statement piece as it does as a backdrop for food or a canvas for detail. You will often find cobalt blues contrasted with pure white, a timeless pairing known in Japanese as sometsuke. Another favorite is navy blue, a sophisticated color seen throughout Japanese art. Adding navy is a great way to ground a table. Last but not least is mizu-iro, literally “water blue,” a pale aqua that suggests the refreshing coolness of the ocean.
So, embrace the rich palette of blue and rejuvenate your final weeks of summer.
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