Akae Diamond Pattern Sauce Plate MOTIF_"Kikka" Chrysanthemum This exquisite Bizen ware teacup

This exquisite Bizen ware teacup from Hozan Kiln features a pattern known as goma

the wooden chopsticks form a simple lattice pattern with delicate sakura designs

4in) in diameter and can be used as a dinner plate to serve a plentiful amount of sushi for a small gathering

an eternal chain of circles

Akae Diamond Pattern Sauce Plate MOTIF_"Kikka" Chrysanthemum This exquisite Bizen ware teacupA vivid red lattice pattern forms detailed diamonds against the soft, warm stoneware body, giving this sauce plate a lively yet grounded presence. This traditional diamond motif, known as matsukawa bishi and named for its resemblance to pine bark, carries an auspicious meaning. Pine, an evergreen, has long been regarded in Japan as a symbol of longevity, which is why this pattern has been cherished in textiles and decorative arts for centuries. The