Gion Weeping Sakura Medium Bowl ORIGIN_Hasami Ware This small plate is shaped

This small plate is shaped like a sword guard (tsuba)

surrounded by a traditional shippo (seven treasures) pattern of circles connected in a chain

The contrast between the matte black and the richly decorated hanazume area is striking

adding elegance to any table setting

Gion Weeping Sakura Medium Bowl ORIGIN_Hasami Ware This small plate is shapedThe image of the graceful weeping sakura, cherry blossoms, of Gion, Kyoto, is depicted on this bowl from Tosen Kiln. Weeping cherry blossoms are one of the representative flowers of Kyoto, and express Kyoto's unique atmosphere. The pink and pale green of the cherry blossoms beautifully decorate the yellowish cream white color of the Kiyomizu ware base. Crafted in the shape of a delicate plum flower, the rounded edges of the bowl give an added element