【303select】Arita Ware | Japan Sometsuke Net & Asanoha Chrysanthemum Small Plate 3.5 inches

This Sometsuke Net & Asanoha Chrysanthemum Small Plate from Keizan Gama, paired with its bright porcelain, features the artisan's meticulous hand-painted Sometsuke net and Asanoha patterns, brimming with Japanese aesthetics and the warmth of handmade craftsmanship. It fully embodies the pure white texture and light, delicate feel unique to Arita Ware. When paired with simple items, it allows for a freer, more relaxed enjoyment of daily use, making it a perfect vessel for your everyday life. Your dishes will truly shine against the clean, elegant white porcelain, enhancing the warmth of your everyday moments. Arita Ware porcelain features smooth, rounded edges and a refined texture, making it excellent for plating. Even the simplest dishes can effortlessly achieve a sophisticated look, allowing you to experience the joy of exquisite dining at home, bringing a beautiful table setting and a most comforting aesthetic to your life. Ideal for Serving | Various small dishes, appetizers, sauces, etc. Suitable for | ✓ Microwave × Oven Care Instructions | 303 recommends hand washing as the best cleaning method. For glazed items (overglaze enamel), it is advised not to use any cleaning method other than hand washing to prevent damage to the glaze. ✓ Hand Wash: Clean with a soft cloth or sponge. ✓ Dishwasher: Prolonged use in a dishwasher, with its vibrations and cleaning methods, may cause minor damage to thin porcelain. × Dish Dryer About Arita Ware Arita Ware originates from Saga Prefecture, the birthplace of Japanese pottery. It even gained popularity in Europe in the 1650s, opening up the international market for Japanese ceramics. Its most distinctive characteristic is its pure white, lightweight texture, a hard yet glass-like refinement that was unprecedented and astonishing. Combined with ornate Japanese decorative designs, it was highly favored by European aristocracy at the time. For over 400 years, the traditions and innovations of Arita Ware have shaped a unique Japanese aesthetic consciousness. Since 2016, new initiatives like the SAGAMA project have been launched, showcasing the beauty of combining modern and traditional techniques. Brand Story | About Keizan Gama Founded in 1957 by the first-generation founder, Mr. Ryuichi Shinohara, and inheriting 400 years of craftsmanship, it is named after the beautiful Saru River valley near the kiln. Keizan Gama initially specialized in creating vessels for the Imperial family and high-end Japanese restaurants. However, with changing times, they gradually transitioned to producing tableware suitable for everyday home use. Each piece from Keizan Gama is hand-painted by artisans who, with their exquisite skills and color control techniques, imbue every item with a unique, hand-painted warmth, offering elegant details and practicality. They are dedicated to conveying that using Keizan Gama vessels can bring more comfort and joy to the user's daily life. Imported from Japan × Made in Saga Prefecture × Produced by Keizan Gama Kiln | Keizan Gama Material | Arita Ware Porcelain (Amakusa Tōseki stone from Kumamoto Prefecture) Color | White Porcelain, Sometsuke (Blue and White) Size | Approx. ∅10 × H 2 cm Weight | Approx. 90 g Specifications | Available in 2 patterns: - Ringo (Apple) - Hanakara (Chrysanthemum)