Chrysanthemum Sauce Plate MOTIF_plum made by Odate Kougeisha

made by Odate Kougeisha

This popular drop-shaped vase from Suruga Bamboo Basketry makes the most of the curves of twisted bamboo strips

a "yuzamashi" water cooling pitcher and 2 teacups

aiming to "return to the basics of chopsticks

The green glaze and gold powder floral pattern are accented to create a calm and refined look

Chrysanthemum Sauce Plate MOTIF_plum made by Odate KougeishaThis is a sauce plate with a Chrysanthemum shape by Zuiho Kiln of Arita porcelain. It has carved edges with a metallic coating of gold or silver, giving it a modern and simple design that highlights the food served on the plate and presents fine dining. The chrysanthemum has been such an important flower in Japan. It has become a motif of the imperial family and is a symbol of nobility. It is also said to be the flower that dispels evil spirits.