Yoshidaya Gourd Sauce Plate CATEGORY_Coffee & Tea-All This large blue-and-white mortar is

This large blue-and-white mortar is ideal for both grinding ingredients and serving

During the Heian period (794-1185 CE)

and sesame seeds—which are commonly served alongside soy sauce when enjoying sashimi or sushi

which will look gorgeous and sophisticated

This plate is suitable for both daily use or when entertaining guests

Yoshidaya Gourd Sauce Plate CATEGORY_Coffee & Tea-All This large blue-and-white mortar isThe Japanese plate features a large bottle gourd and a pine tree in Yoshidaya style. Perfect size as a sauce plate. It is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small food. Or you can put a small portion of food or containments in, place it on a larger plate or into a bento box for more stylish and sophisticated food presentation.