Six Gourds Maki-e Rectangle Plate

Meticulously handcrafted by adept artisans, the Yoshita Kasho Maki-e glass rectangular plate is a paragon of exquisite craftsmanship, effortlessly uniting the peerless quality of glass with a pioneering technique. This involves the integration of hand-painted Maki-e, employing natural lacquer, harmoniously combined with the esteemed Kanazawa gold leaf, presenting a piece where finesse and tradition resonate in every detail.

Especially when used as a confectionery dish during tea ceremonies or formal seating, it not only enhances the appeal of the served sweets but also instills a vibrant, festive feeling in its user.

The plate's design is themed "Mubyo" or six gourds, a clever play on words as it also resonates with the term for good health, also "Mubyo."  Every plate, hand-painted and adorned, carries a distinctiveness, a testament to its handmade origin.

The belt of gold leaf beneath the glass lends it a sophisticated elegance, with an outer protective paint ensuring durability and safeguarding the intricate designs from scratches and wear. The smooth top surface retains a touch of artisanal waviness, and its grid-designed base ensures stability on tables.

Expertly crafted using heat-resistant glass by Tsugaru Vidro from Aomori prefecture, this plate is a tribute to a long-standing tradition of exceptional glassware craftsmanship. Its generous size makes it versatile, suitable for serving appetizers, side dishes, and main courses. Beyond its functional appeal, it's a work of art, making it an excellent decorative piece.

Whether you're considering it for personal use or as a gift, it stands as a proud embodiment of Japanese artistic heritage and innovation.

Yoshita Kasho

Yoshita Kasho runs a lacquer painting company in Ishikawa Prefecture, highly renowned in Japan for their tableware crafts using lacquer and innovative designs. Their products are unique and modern in their application of lacquer painting on glassware. Their designs employ glass, gold, silver and limpet shells, forever aspiring to explore unprecedented creations in lacquerware.

Yamanaka Lacquerware

Yamanaka lacquerware, produced in the Yamanaka Onsen district of Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture, has a proud history of more than 450 years. It is characterized by the harmony of natural wood grain and the refined maki-e technique, where gold, silver, or colored powders are delicately sprinkled to create elegant patterns.

Yamanaka lacquerware is crafted into a wide variety of items including chopsticks, bowls, plates, trays, spoons, ladles, and natsume tea caddies. It is known for being lightweight, durable, and beautifully refined. Traditional black and vermilion lacquer finishes are often used.

Yamanaka lacquerware continues to evolve, blending timeless tradition with modern aesthetics to suit contemporary lifestyles.