Chrysanthemum Candy Box Bread Plate catching the light with refined

catching the light with refined brilliance

The intricate pattern extends beyond the rim

one by one by craftsmen is full of warmth

It is great for meal and teatime as it can be used as an extra plate for side dishes

like traces of wind over sand

Chrysanthemum Candy Box Bread Plate catching the light with refinedThe Aizu Lacquer Candy Box by Komatsu Shigeo embodies the refined grace and auspicious symbolism of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Its gently rounded form is adorned with motifs of chrysanthemums, higaki latticework, and hamaya (evil dispelling arrows), often associated with good fortune. The chrysanthemum signifies longevity and nobility, while the hamaya invites good luck and wards off misfortune; together, the pairing of flower and arrow