Oval Basketry Japanese Flower Vase DESIGN_Mokubei Choemon's playful illustration perfectly captures

Choemon's playful illustration perfectly captures how traditional Kutani ware blends with modern design—one of its most charming qualities

adorned with glimmering gold and silver leaf on a glossy black base

smooth flavors of sake with this exceptional Wajima lacquerware guinomi sake cup

Its unhurried steps suggest a gentle enjoyment of spring’s arrival

so it may topple over if the wind is too strong

Oval Basketry Japanese Flower Vase DESIGN_Mokubei Choemon's playful illustration perfectly capturesCrafted from young bamboo culms harvested in Oita Prefecture, this basketry flower vase is created through more than ten careful steps, from the first cut to the final, intricate weave. Thin bamboo strips are handwoven by seasoned artisans with exceptional precision, forming lines that feel balanced and fluid. The handle gives a lightness to the overall form and softens the silhouette. Inside, the Arita ware porcelain vase is equally considered in its