Serveware
MY DISH - Bowl, Gold
$ 71.00 USD
The MY DISH collection from Tokyo-based ceramicist Kodama Toki features a soft white surface with characteristic speckling that calls to mind french vanilla ice cream. This style is accented with a golden rim, enhancing each piece's innate elegance. Pairs well with the Kodama Toki LEVEL Cup - Gold.
Please note: The gold plating on the rim of these pieces cannot be microwaved. In addition, due to the handmade nature of the collection, there may be slight variations in texture, color, or shape. However, the artisanal quality of Kodama Toki's work is uniform across every piece. Please contact us at info@rikumo.com with any questions.
About Kodama Toki
Kodama Toki is a one-woman ceramics studio run by artist Kiyomi Kodama. Each piece constitutes its own unique expression of her artwork, as they are all made by hand using plaster molds. The glaze with which Kodama Toki pieces are finished lends an additional air of individuality while imparting a pleasant tactile quality to her minimalist cups and tableware.
Materials: Porcelain
Dimensions:
Small: 2.5" H, 6.25" D
Large: 3.25" H, 8.75" D
Care: Hand wash only. Not microwave safe. Avoid extreme temperatures.
Tokyo, Japan
MY DISH - Round, Gold
$ 52.00 USD
The MY DISH collection from Tokyo-based ceramicist Kodama Toki features a soft white surface with characteristic speckling that calls to mind french vanilla ice cream. This style is accented with a golden rim, enhancing each piece's innate elegance. Pairs well with a Kodama Toki LEVEL Cup - Gold.
Please note: The gold plating on the rim of these pieces cannot be microwaved. In addition, due to the handmade nature of the collection, there may be slight variations in texture, color, or shape. However, the artisanal quality of Kodama Toki's work is uniform across every piece. Please contact us at info@rikumo.com with any questions.
About Kodama Toki
Kodama Toki is a one-woman ceramics studio run by artist Kiyomi Kodama. Each piece constitutes its own unique expression of her artwork, as they are all made by hand using plaster molds. The glaze with which Kodama Toki pieces are finished lends an additional air of individuality while imparting a pleasant tactile quality to her minimalist cups and tableware.
Materials: Porcelain
Dimensions:
Small: 1" H, 6.25" D
Large: 1.5" H, 9.75" D
Care: Hand wash only. Not microwave safe. Avoid extreme temperatures.
Tokyo, Japan
MY DISH - Oval, Gold
$ 57.00 USD
The MY DISH collection from Tokyo-based ceramicist Kodama Toki features a soft white surface with characteristic speckling that calls to mind french vanilla ice cream. This style is accented with a golden rim, enhancing each piece's innate elegance. Pairs well with a Kodama Toki LEVEL Cup - Gold.
Please note: The gold plating on the rim of these pieces cannot be microwaved. In addition, due to the handmade nature of the collection, there may be slight variations in texture, color, or shape. However, the artisanal quality of Kodama Toki's work is uniform across every piece. Please contact us at info@rikumo.com with any questions.
About Kodama Toki
Kodama Toki is a one-woman ceramics studio run by artist Kiyomi Kodama. Each piece constitutes its own unique expression of her artwork, as they are all made by hand using plaster molds. The glaze with which Kodama Toki pieces are finished lends an additional air of individuality while imparting a pleasant tactile quality to her minimalist cups and tableware.
Materials: Porcelain
Dimensions:
Small: 9.5" L x 6.5" W x 1.25" H
Large: 11" L x 7.75" W x 1.5" H
Care: Hand wash only. Not microwave safe. Avoid extreme temperatures.
Tokyo, Japan
Bizen Hiiro Water Carafe
$ 240.00 USD
There's an old Japanese saying: "Water does not spoil in Bizen ware water jugs." Maybe that's because each vessel is pure clay, free of any chemical additives; maybe it's because Bizen ware ceramics have more than 1,000 years of history informing their design and production. Either way, one thing is certain: Adding an elegant Bizen Hiiro Water Carafe to your table is sure to elevate any occasion.
Each carafe comes with a beautiful lid that doubles as drinkware. Additional Bizen Hitoe Cups sold separately. Available in two colors.
About Daikura
Though it's only been around since 2011, the Daikura brand is informed by the experience of Ogawa Shuzo, a craftsman with almost 50 years' practice working with Bizen ware. For more than a millenium, this type of vessel has been a favorite in Japan due to the popular belief that Bizen ceramics improve flavor, which is probably why Bizen drinkware graces the tables of many high-end restaurants in Japan. It is the goal of Daikura to honor the legacy of Bizen ware by providing ceramics that meet the lofty standards of this age-old art form.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: 2.5" D x 10.7" H
Care: Gently hand wash and dry. Rinse with water before using. Sensitive to high heat; do not use with boiling water or place over an open flame. Because the surface of the clay is somewhat rough, we recommend using a mat under the cup and carafe.
Okayama, Japan
Kairagi Deep Bowl
$ 50.00 USD
Sink into the depths as you gaze at the mesmerizing pattern on the Kairagi Deep Bowl. A product of Japan's traditional Mino ware pottery techniques, this piece features an unmistakable aesthetic that grows in intricacy the closer you look. Serve your favorite soups, salads, or sides in a vessel as subtly complex as the most expertly prepared dish. Pairs with the Kairagi Don Bowl.
Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of kiln firing, each individual Kairagi Deep Bowl is unique. Photos demonstrate the design of each piece, but the final product may differ slightly in color. The high quality and beautiful pattern shown here are uniform across every piece, however. Please contact us at info@rikumo.com with any product inquiries.
About TOJIKI TONYA
The name TOJIKI TONYA encompasses several ceramic companies based in the Tokai region, where the craft has been a point of local pride for more than a millennium. These pieces are selected for their unique value as thoughtful artisanal products in a world dominated by mechanized production methods. Experience the benefits only centuries of practice can provide.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: 8.46" D x 2.36" H
Care: Not microwave-, oven-, or dishwasher-safe. Hand wash gently and dry separately. Note that the clay is not entirely waterproof, so be sure to dry completely before storing.
Tokai, Japan
Glass Sake Carafe and Choco Cup Set
$ 120.00 USD
When it's time to unwind, enjoy your favorite beverage served in this artisanal Glass Sake Carafe and Choco Cup Set. Crafted by the master glassworkers at Sugahara, it strikes a perfect balance of weight, color, and proportions to maximize the enjoyment of high-quality sake. You'll want to take your time with this one.
About Sugahara Glassworks
Founded in 1932, Sugahara Glassworks is dedicated to creating innovative glass vessels with a classic minimalist sensibility. Their collections are notable for their weightless feel and opaque finish. With each product, Sugahara's artisans seek to capture the moment of supreme beauty in glassmaking, resulting in timeless handmade pieces with a modern appeal.
Materials: Glass
Dimensions:
Carafe: 250mL, 5.9" H
Cup: 90mL, 2.25" H
Care: Hand wash and dry gently
Chiba, Japan
KITO Bandsaw Tray
$ 337.00 USD
These artisanal trays were devised by award-winning designer Oji Masanori and are crafted from premium slabs of hard Japanese tochi, also called horse chestnut. Tochi is known for its beautiful wood grain and is a popular choice for creating long-lasting decorative pieces. The tray's separate base and sides are cut to size with a bandsaw during production and finished with a unique non-toxic liquid glass coating. The resulting tray is an heirloom-quality piece that can be used for organizing, serving, or displaying goods in any room of the house.
About Oji Masanori
Award-winning designer Oji Masanori created the Bandsaw Tray for Aizawa Wood Works in Ishikawa, Japan. Masanori is known for his modern interpretations of, and improvements on, traditional Japanese handicrafts. He is notably also the creative force behind our fan-favorite Futagami series of brass hardware and accessories.
Materials: Tochi (horse chestnut) wood, liquid glass coating
Dimensions:
No. 1: 11.65" L x 8.6" W x 1.1" H
No. 2: 12.75" L x 9.7" W x 1.55" H
No. 3: 13.95" L x 10.9" W x 2" H
Ishikawa, Japan
Bento Box 500mL
$ 45.00 USD
This simple yet handsome bento box will make even the most mundane lunch a feast for your eyes. It features a movable partition for keeping wet and dry separate and a natural wooden lid made from aged cedar harvested from Kochi Prefecture.
About Bento
Bento is a typically homemade meal that is common in Japanese cuisine that is served in single-portion containers or boxes that range from pre-packaged and disposable bento boxes bought at convenience stores, to artisan-made boxes. Many people put significant time and effort into bento boxes for their loved ones, and there are currently many different styles of bento.
Materials: Polypropylene, Natural Wood (Cedar)
Dimensions: 7" L x 3.43" W x 2.36" H
Care: Only the main body and partition can be used in the microwave or dishwasher.
Shizuoka, Japan
Bento Box 1000ml
$ 65.00 USD
This simple yet handsome bento box will make even the most mundane lunch a feast for your eyes. It features a movable partition for keeping wet and dry separate and a natural wooden lid made from aged cedar harvested from Kochi Prefecture.
About Bento
Bento is a typically homemade meal that is common in Japanese cuisine that is served in single-portion containers or boxes that range from pre-packaged and disposable bento boxes bought at convenience stores, to artisan-made boxes. Many people put significant time and effort into bento boxes for their loved ones, and there are currently many different styles of bento.
Materials: Polypropylene, Natural Wood (Cedar)
Dimensions: 7" L x 7" W x 2.36" H
Care: Only the main body and partition can be used in the microwave or dishwasher.
Shizuoka, Japan
Hirota Glass Butter Dish
$ 65.00 USD
The Hirota Glass Butter Dish is made from tinted Edo-style glass by one of Japan’s longest-running glass manufacturers. Its ash wood lid fits perfectly on top, prolonging the freshness of whatever you place inside.
About Hirota Glass
Founded at the turn of the 20th century, Hirota Glass is a specialist in Kiriko cut glassware. By combining Japanese traditions with European glassmaking techniques, their artisans create high-quality products that appeal to modern sensibilities while drawing on the aesthetics of ages past.
Materials: Glass, ash wood
Dimensions: 5.9" L x 3.5" W x 2.25" H
Care: Gently hand wash and dry thoroughly. Do not microwave with lid.
Tokyo, Japan
Sashiko Embroidered Place Mat
$ 30.00 USD
This placemat was created through a collaboration between artist Toshiyuki Fukuda and sashiko embroidery artisan Kenichi Ohazama. Fukuda and Ohazama utilized a wide range of techniques to translate abstract illustrations onto fabric with mathematical precision. The sturdy textile is made from 100% cotton woven into a strong quilted jacquard weave that easily washes away spills. Each Sashiko placemat is individually cut from a larger textile, making each pattern slightly different from the others.
About Sashiko Embroidery
Sashiko, which translates to “little stabs” in Japanese, is a hand-sewing technique that originated in ancient Japan. Sashiko stitches were traditionally used to decorate and repair homespun peasant clothes in times where resources were scarce. Using geometric patterns with common motifs like waves, mountains, bamboos, or overlapping diamonds, sashiko combined decoration with reparation, with its resulting beauty demanding to know: why just mend and make do when you can mend and make better?
Materials: 100% cotton
Dimensions: 17.72" L x 11.81 W
Care: Machine wash in cold water with similar colors and gentle detergent.
Fukushima, Japan
Stainless Steel Canister, Silver
$ 40.00 USD
The perfect vessel for coffee or tea, this canister is made from coated food-safe ‘18-8’ stainless steel. The wooden lid features a silicone seal that makes it completely airtight, allowing it to prevent oxidation of your prized contents.
Materials: Stainless steel, natural wood, silicon packing
Dimensions:
Small: 3.35" D x 3.75" H
Large: 3.35" D x 5.5" H
Care: Hand wash as needed.
Tsubame, Japan
Dougami Butter Knife
$ 14.00 USD
– Sold OutThese chunky butter knives from artist Sumiko Dougami will bring a handmade quality to your morning toast. Each ceramic knife is hand formed and painted with a freestyle motif of lines and dashes.
About Dougami
Dissatisfied with the cold impression that porcelain can often leave, artist Sumiko Dougami focuses her efforts on hand-formed and organic pieces that showcase the spirit of the artist. A graduate from the Aichi Prefectural Seto Pottery School, she embellishes her work with freehand motifs and contemporary shapes painted on with “gosu pigment”.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Varies, but approximately: L: 4” x W: .75”
Care: Hand wash and dry
Kanazawa, Japan
Dougami Stir Spoon
$ 16.00 USD
Scoop, spread, and stir with this handcrafted spoon from Kanazawa-based artist Sumiko Dougami. Each ceramic spoon is hand formed and painted with “gosu pigment”.
About Dougami
Dissatisfied with the cold impression that porcelain can often leave, artist Sumiko Dougami focuses her efforts on hand-formed and organic pieces that showcase the spirit of the artist. A graduate from the Aichi Prefectural Seto Pottery School, she embellishes her work with freehand motifs and contemporary shapes painted on with “gosu pigment”.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Varies, but approximately: L: 5” x W: .75”
Care: Hand wash and dry
Kanazawa, Japan
Wakako Scoop
$ 46.00 USD
These display-worthy scoops from Zushi-based artist Wakako Mochizuki offer a delightful way to spoon out tea, sugar, or jams. Just don’t expect a precise measurement - like the rest of the scoop, the exact volume of each is unique.
Please note: Use the photo provided to match each number to the correct scoop.
About Wakako Mochizuki
Every day, Wakako Mochizuki creates whimsical earrings, utensils, accessories, and decor in her Zushi studio. Specializing in beautifully delicate brass, she hammers and welds rigid metals into one-of-a-kind items destined to be imbued with favorite memories.
Materials: Brass
Dimensions: Varies; approximately 3.5" L x 1.5" W
Care: Please note that due to the nature of brass, this product’s color will oxidize and develop a rich patina over time. You may gently polish using your preferred brass polishing method. Please be careful not to bend these delicate pieces.
Zushi, Japan
Linen Textured Sake Server
$ 108.00 USD
This porcelain sake carafe is skilfully imprinted with the texture of breezy linen and builds on the rich history of traditional Arita ware porcelain. Perfect for both warm and cold beverages, the unique yet familiar surface has the added benefit of keeping your favorite sake at the perfect temperature so you can take your time, and the touch of platinum on the rim adds just the right amount of sparkle to an otherwise understated piece. Despite its thin walls and extremely light construction, this carafe is strong and can be handled with confidence.
About Arita Ware
The town of Arita in Saga Prefecture has a long and storied history of porcelain artistry. It is believed that the practice dates back to the early 16th century and that Japan's first white, hard-paste ceramics were made there. The spiritual traditions and local pride involved in the production of Arita ware have ensured its survival as an art form through the generations, and authentic pieces are still in high demand today.
Materials: Porcelain
Dimensions: 3.3" D (base) x 4.25" W (rim) x 3.85" H
Care: Wash regularly with warm water and mild detergent, then dry thoroughly. A small amount of bleach can be used for stubborn stains. Note that the porcelain may crack if subjected to rapid heating or cooling.
Arita, Japan
Sinafu 7.0 Stand Bowl - Hotei (Smoky Grey)
$ 381.00 USD
– Sold OutThis display bowl was conceived with the help of designer Kenichiro Oomori and is intended to showcase the best characteristics of Yamanaka lacquerware. Along with the rest of the Sinafu line, it prominently displays food and other items on an astonishingly thin wooden stem. The Sinafu 7.0 Stand Bowl offers an easy way to elevate any tablescape.
About Gato
Hailing from the Yamanaka region of Japan, where lacquering has been practiced since the 16th century, Gato’s collection of beautiful vessels is born from traditional techniques requiring the highest level of skill. Through meticulous cutting, carving, shaving, and lacquering, the artisans at Gato manage to mold wood into works of art that pay homage to their arboreal origins. Each lightweight piece showcases an exquisite wood grain unmarred by the production process and is as functional as it is beautiful.
Read more about Yamanaka lacquerware in the rikumo journal.
Materials: Zelkova wood
Dimensions: 2.95" H, 8.27" D
Care: Hand wash with mild soap. Not microwave- or dishwasher-safe.
Yamanaka, Japan
Saibi Tray - Natural
$ 305.00 USD
The Saibi series of trays and cups is a collaboration between Danish designer Lars Vejen and Gato Wood Works that celebrates 150 years of diplomatic relations between Denmark and Japan. With a slightly more minimalist aesthetic than Gato’s typical offerings, these pieces are designed to provide a uniquely tactile take on everyday items.
About Gato
Hailing from the Yamanaka region of Japan, where lacquering has been practiced since the 16th century, Gato’s collection of beautiful vessels is born from traditional techniques requiring the highest level of skill. Through meticulous cutting, carving, shaving, and lacquering, the artisans at Gato manage to mold wood into works of art that pay homage to their arboreal origins. Each lightweight piece showcases an exquisite wood grain unmarred by the production process and is as functional as it is beautiful.
Read more about Yamanaka lacquerware in the rikumo journal.
Materials: Sen wood
Dimensions: 1.85" H, 12.99" D
Care: Hand wash with mild soap. Not microwave- or dishwasher-safe.
Yamanaka, Japan
Saibi Tray - Black
$ 305.00 USD
The Saibi series of trays and cups is a collaboration between Danish designer Lars Vejen and Gato Wood Works that celebrates 150 years of diplomatic relations between Denmark and Japan. With a slightly more minimalist aesthetic than Gato’s typical offerings, these pieces are designed to provide a uniquely tactile take on everyday items.
About Gato
Hailing from the Yamanaka region of Japan, where lacquering has been practiced since the 16th century, Gato’s collection of beautiful vessels is born from traditional techniques requiring the highest level of skill. Through meticulous cutting, carving, shaving, and lacquering, the artisans at Gato manage to mold wood into works of art that pay homage to their arboreal origins. Each lightweight piece showcases an exquisite wood grain unmarred by the production process and is as functional as it is beautiful.
Read more about Yamanaka lacquerware in the rikumo journal.
Materials: Sen wood
Dimensions: 1.85" H, 12.99" D
Care: Hand wash with mild soap. Not microwave- or dishwasher-safe.
Yamanaka, Japan
Iwachu Cast Iron Trivet - Kiku S
$ 41.00 USD
This solid cast iron trivet is a stylish way to protect surfaces from candles, plates, cookware, and anything else you don’t want resting on your countertops. Its shape takes its inspiration from the Japanese chrysanthemum (kiku), a common symbol that represents longevity. It features three padded feet and is beautiful enough to leave permanently on countertops.
About IwachuA master maker of tetsubin iron teapots since 1902, Iwachu is known as one of the best cast iron craftsmen in the world. The artistry of each piece is rooted in its traditional craftsmanship: led by generations of ironsmiths, their workshop produces beautiful, long-lasting ironware with a human touch.
Materials: Cast Iron
Dimensions: Height: .59" Diameter: 7"
Morioka, Japan
Iwachu Cast Iron Trivet - Origami Blue
$ 28.00 USD
This geometrically inspired trivet is a stylish way to protect surfaces from candles, plates, cookware, and anything else you don’t want resting on your countertops. It features three padded feet, and its hexagonal shape includes origami-like folds that help to reduce surface area.
About Iwachu
A master maker of tetsubin iron teapots since 1902, Iwachu is known as one of the best cast iron craftsmen in the world. The artistry of each piece is rooted in its traditional craftsmanship: led by generations of ironsmiths, their workshop produces beautiful, long-lasting ironware with a human touch.
Materials: Cast Iron
Dimensions: Height: .59” Diameter: 5.9”
Morioka, Japan
Iwachu Cast Iron Trivet - Origami Red
$ 28.00 USD
This geometrically inspired trivet is a stylish way to protect surfaces from candles, plates, cookware, and anything else you don’t want resting on your countertops. It features three padded feet, and its hexagonal shape includes origami-like folds that help to reduce surface area.
About Iwachu
A master maker of tetsubin iron teapots since 1902, Iwachu is known as one of the best cast iron craftsmen in the world. The artistry of each piece is rooted in its traditional craftsmanship: led by generations of ironsmiths, their workshop produces beautiful, long-lasting ironware with a human touch.
Materials: Cast Iron
Dimensions: Height: .59” Diameter: 5.9”
Morioka, Japan
Iwachu Cast Iron Tea Kettle
$ 265.00 USD
Bring a little warmth to your kitchen with this modern kettle, skillfully crafted with the traditional Japanese arare (hailstone) pattern. A tetsubin, or cast iron tea kettle, was once a status symbol of emperors and scholars. Today, tetsubins are important parts of the Japanese tea ceremony, and tetsubin craftsmen take at least 15 years to master the trade. Forged by hand in the workshops of Iwachu, this small style is perfect for an individual, well-steeped cup of your favorite tea.
About Iwachu
A master maker of tetsubin iron teapots since 1902, Iwachu is widely recognized as one of the best cast-iron craftsmen in the world. The artistry of each piece is rooted in its traditional Japanese craftsmanship: led by generations of ironsmiths, their workshop produces beautiful, long-lasting ironware with a human touch.
Please note: Due to the size and weight of this item, it is not eligible for free shipping. Contact info@rikumo.com with any questions.
Materials: Cast iron
Dimensions: Height: 7 1/2" (with handle), Width: 7 1/2"
Volume: 1 liter
Care: Rinse with just warm water, no soap.
Morioka, Japan
Tanaka Contrast Bowl
$ 490.00 USD
The Tanaka Contrast Bowl is inspired by the Japanese tradition of kintsugi, the ancient Japanese art of fixing broken pottery with a special lacquer. Beautiful seams of plutonium color highlight the fractures and breaks in this handmade bowl instead of hiding or disguising them, giving a sense of history and life (with all its imperfections) to an otherwise perfect piece.
About Keiichi Tanaka
Keiichi Tanaka’s work spans from a lifelong fascination with the beauty of functional objects. Inspired by the visual poetry of agricultural tools and instruments, Tanaka creates softly textured glazes and unexpected shapes for otherwise common-use objects. His rustic,contemporary pieces clash with archaic shapes to invoke an atmosphere of "time accumulation": hazy, textured objects that could be remnants of a long-ago past or a not-so-distant future. Tanaka has exhibited widely throughout Japan and Europe, and currently lives in Saitama, Japan.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Diameter: 8 1/2" Height: 4 1/2"
Care: Rinse with water and a mild soap, and dry immediately after. Not dishwasher safe.
Saitama, Japan
