Japanese Porcelain Small Plate Mamezara Vtg Blue Sometsuke Shishi Lion PY802 kitchen 4 shuttlecocks (some damaged)

4 shuttlecocks (some damaged)

small round kadai is a classic example of the Hida Shunkei style of lacquerware

Kelp in Japanese cuisine symbolizes good fortune and happiness and its similarity to the word yorokobu which means "happiness" or "celebrate"

Ukibori carving

Japanese Porcelain Small Plate Mamezara Vtg Blue Sometsuke Shishi Lion PY802 kitchen 4 shuttlecocks (some damaged)Vintage Japanese Porcelain Small Plate, Mamezara This is a vintage Japanese porcelain plate. This round small plate, also called mamezara, is sometsuke (white porcelain with indigo blue), has the image of a shishi lion in the center. Mamezara are tiny plates in a Japanese tableware set that typically hold dipping sauces such as soy sauce, garnishes, and other condiments. It is also the perfect size for holding small jewelry. White, blue Porcelain