Plum and Chrysanthemum Sauce Plate MOTIF_"Tokusa" Horsetail The rich thickness of the

The rich thickness of the stoneware bowl helps keep the rice warm

prosperity

This regular-sized blue and white ramen bowl showcases a traditional seigaiha

Nishiki-e “brocade picture” refers to a multi-colored woodblock print that revolutionized ukiyo-e during the Edo period (1603–1868 CE)

Plum and Chrysanthemum Sauce Plate MOTIF_"Tokusa" Horsetail The rich thickness of theThis Japanese sauce plate features an elegant pattern of plum blossoms and chrysanthemums, an auspicious combination in Japanese culture. Plum blossoms symbolize vitality as they bloom early, even in the cold of winter, while chrysanthemums are revered as one of the most noble and auspicious flowers, often referred to as the "king of a hundred plants" in Japan. With its perfect size for sauces, this plate is also versatile for serving cheese, nuts,