Small Plate
This product will take approximately one year to be delivered.
Wajima lacquerware is known for its durability, but depending on how it is used, scratches and dullness may occur. All purchased products can be used for a long time by repairing them, such as by repainting. If you would like to have your product repaired, please contact us at the address below.
You might think that Wajima lacquerware requires special care, but in fact, it should be treated no differently than other bowls or plates. Simply wash it with your regular dish soap and dry it on a rack. After washing, we recommend wiping off any excess water.
Wajima lacquerware is sensitive to drying, so a humid environment is required to maintain its lustrous luster. Because the air close to the ground is humid, we recommend storing it in a low place rather than on a high shelf. You can also purchase it as a decorative item, but as it will last longer in a humid environment, we recommend using it occasionally to allow it to absorb moisture.
Wajima lacquerware production tailored to the application, quantity and specifications
Taya Lacquerware Store will prepare Wajima lacquerware products in specified quantities to suit your purpose, from gifts to novelties and anniversaries. We can flexibly accommodate everything from semi-orders of ready-made products to full orders where we design the shape, color, and pattern.
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FEATURE
It never gets old,
The power of basics
The compact container is easy to hold
I want to pay attention
A one-plate dish is a dish in which all the food for one meal is served on one plate.
Unlike the traditional meal of one soup and three side dishes, it is popular for its relaxed and easy-going nature and its practicality, which requires less washing up, and opportunities for it to be served on dinner tables, both Japanese and Western, are increasing every year.
On the other hand, in the shadow of large plates, small bowls and plates have come to wait in the back of the cupboard.
However, having a large container does not necessarily mean that everything will be sufficient or that you will be satisfied.
When guests come over, many people want to prepare individual plates to hold each person's portion of sweets, and when they are only having one side dish and soup, they want to use smaller plates.
Bigger is better, but it's not necessarily omnipotent.
There is definitely a role that only small vessels can play, which is to freely change their appearance depending on the purpose.
Compact cars aren't the only vehicles that are maneuverable.
The appearance of the "Tsubaki Plate" tells us something about its history, as it has been used for hundreds of years.
Polished by history and refined to the utmost,
Beautiful practical vessels
One theory about the origin of the "Tsubaki-zara" (camellia plate), which is said to have originated at Negoro-ji Temple in Kishu (Wakayama Prefecture), is that the shape of the plate when viewed from the side resembles a camellia flower. Whatever its origin, what can be said for sure is the refined beauty and ease of use that have been passed down in designs that have continued from hundreds of years ago to the present day.
The form, which combines the rim (the edge of the vessel) that curves gently inward with the pedestal (the base attached to the bottom of the vessel) that is reminiscent of a sake cup, is beautiful from any angle. The elegant form, composed of clean lines, is filled with the quiet power that only something that has survived the test of time can have.
However, its small size, low center of gravity, and the wide base that surrounds the bottom of the plate give it a sense of stability that is unique to tableware for everyday use. The familiarity that makes you want to pick it up is proof that the Tsubaki plate is not a work of art, but a practical dish that has been loved in everyday life.
It's a great supporting actor for your dinner table.
"Camellia Plate"
The ease of use of the camellia plate, which has been used since ancient times, can be clearly seen when you serve food on it.
The rounded rim is designed to accommodate dishes with a lot of liquid, such as simmered dishes, and the stable base can accommodate any type of food.
The Tsubaki plate is a versatile dish that looks great on anything, from Japanese sweets to cakes and fruit.
It's nice that just by casually placing it on a plate, the food looks delicious.
The ingredients are surrounded by the glossy lacquer, which softly reflects the light, making them look even fresher, and the exquisite height of the base gives them an elegant atmosphere, creating an atmosphere of a feast.
The perfect size allows it to fit in nicely even when combined with Western tableware of different styles, and its presence draws attention without being overly assertive, demonstrating the artisans' commitment to functionality and beauty.
Connecting with the past,
Spinning a new story every day
Living with things that have been used since ancient times.
This means that you are part of the history of the lives that your ancestors have woven together.
The moment when a monk, having just finished fasting, reverently reaches out his chopsticks to reach for the pickled plums served on a camellia plate.
A young girl with her hair cut in a short bun holds a camellia plate in both hands and walks toward the guest, careful not to step on the edge of the tatami mat.
A female student with braids divides Hina arare rice crackers into camellia plates to share with her female friends.
When we think about the many stories that these silent vessels remember, a mysterious connection that transcends time and space with our ancestors emerges.
When freshly painted, the color of the "Tsubaki Plate" is somewhat matte and close to black, but with repeated use, washing, and wiping, the plate acquires a glossy finish that seeps from within, turning it into a vibrant, purplish amber color.
The process resembles the changes in a person's life, and there is a sense of closeness to the piece as it walks through time with its owner.
How should I use this vessel?
I feel like the joy of thinking about things also includes time to talk to myself about how I, the protagonist of the story, should live my life.
