{"title":"Japanese Tableware","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Japanese tableware different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern table settings often match on purpose: the same rim, the same pattern, the same colour across every plate. Japanese tableware works the other way round. Pieces are chosen one by one for the food they’ll hold, the season, and how they look together. A rough-edged stoneware bowl might share the table with a smooth porcelain soy dish and a lacquered soup cup. The aim is balance through contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comes from a long tradition in Japanese dining called wabi-sabi: an appreciation of things that are imperfect, uneven and shaped by hand. A glaze that pools unevenly at the rim, a surface scored with fine cracks from the kiln, a thumb mark pressed into wet clay before firing – these are signs of craft, not flaws. It’s why two bowls from the same maker will never look identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials also differ. Where Western tableware is overwhelmingly ceramic or porcelain, Japanese dining draws on wood, lacquer, stoneware, earthenware and several distinct styles of ceramic and porcelain, each with different weight, texture and heat behaviour. How a bowl feels when you lift it to your mouth is part of the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing Japanese tableware for your table\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional Japanese meal uses more bowls than flat plates, because bowls are held as you eat. You don’t need to buy everything at once, though. Start with the pieces you’ll use most often: a pair of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/rice-bowls\" title=\"Link to shop our range of Japanese rice bowls\"\u003erice bowls\u003c\/a\u003e, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/miso-bowls\" title=\"Link to explore our range of beautiful Japanese miso bowls\"\u003esoup bowl\u003c\/a\u003e style you like, a small dish for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/sauce-dishes-pourers\" title=\"Link to view our large range of small Japanese dishes and pourers suitable for soy sauces and other condiments\"\u003esoy sauce or condiments\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/chopsticks-spoons\" title=\"Link to shop our range of Japanese chopsticks, spoons and chopstick rests\"\u003echopsticks with a rest\u003c\/a\u003e. Japanese \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/teaware\" title=\"Explore our range of beautiful Japanese teaware, including cups, mugs, teapots and burners\"\u003eteaware\u003c\/a\u003e fits the same mix-and-match approach, so you can add \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/tea-cups-mugs\" title=\"Shop online now for a large range of Japanese tea cups and mugs\"\u003ecups, mugs\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/tea-pots\" title=\"See our wide range of traditional and authentic Japanese teapots\"\u003eteapot\u003c\/a\u003e that feel good in the hand without worrying about a perfect “set”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom there, you can add based on what you cook. If you make noodle soups and one-bowl meals, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/ramen-bowls\" title=\"Explore our range of Japanese ramen soup noodle bowls\"\u003edeeper ramen or donburi bowl\u003c\/a\u003e earns its place quickly. If you cook lots of small sides, pick up a few \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/plates-platters\" title=\"See our range of Japanese plates and platters, shop online\"\u003esmall plates\u003c\/a\u003e in different shapes. Mixing pieces from different styles is part of the tradition. A dark-glazed ramen bowl next to a pale Kohiki rice bowl and a celadon green soy pourer creates exactly the kind of contrast Japanese tableware is designed around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of our tableware is dishwasher and microwave safe, but hand-finished ceramics and lacquered pieces can need gentler care. The simplest rule is to check the product page before you commit. And if you need utensils to go with your new pieces, browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/kitchen-tools-japanese-utensils\" title=\"Explore our range of Japanese kitchen tools and shop online\"\u003eJapanese Kitchen Tools\u003c\/a\u003e collection for graters, miso muddlers, maki mats, skewers and chopping boards\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kichi-no-hashi-cedarwood-chopsticks-30-pairs","title":"Kichi No Hashi Cedarwood Chopsticks - 30 pairs","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmooth, beautifully shaped chopsticks with the attractive scent of cedar wood. Each pair is bound with different coloured paper. Although sold by the manufacturer as disposable we have tested these at home and found hand washing in warm water with detergent is entirely satisfactory for repeated use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cedar trees used to produce the chopsticks are grown in fertiliser and pesticide free conditions and the wood is untreated. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 30 pairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KUMAYA SHOTEN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558062117145,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.21","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/Kichi-No-Hashi-Cedarwood-chopsticks.jpg?v=1743507233"},{"product_id":"suribachi-motoshige-pestle-mortar-white","title":"Suribachi Motoshige, Pestle \u0026 Mortar - White","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pestle (Surikogi) and mortar (Suribachi) is an essential piece of kit for every student and master of Japanese cuisine. The grooved interior of the mortar provides the ideal grinding surface for sesame seeds, peppercorns, nuts and spices. The attractive nature of the earthenware mortar means pastes and sauces can be created in the bowl and taken directly to table. The magnolia wood pestle is durable and smooth with a design that makes it very comfortable to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA silicon base prevents the mortar slipping while in use. Clean with warm water and a small amount of detergent, avoid rubbing with a metal scourer. Do not soak pestle for long periods in water. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall: Mortar 120 x 110 x 65mm with 18cm pestle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium: Mortar 155 x 145 x 85mm with 24cm pestle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge: Mortar 185 x 180 x 100mm with 30cm pestle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/suribachi-motoshige-pestle-mortar-black?variant=46559122653465\" title=\"Link to black Japanese pestle and mortar\"\u003eblack\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"UNK","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":51749325570329,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.338","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46558080336153,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.23","price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46558080368921,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.25","price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/pestle-mortar-white-small.jpg?v=1743507232"},{"product_id":"matcha-tea-set-blue-brown","title":"Matcha Tea Set - Blue \u0026 Brown","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis matcha tea set in blue \u0026amp; brown glaze provides you with everything you need to create this unique and uplifting tea at home. Superior grade matcha tea is milled to an extremely fine powder, the tea is rich, energising and uniquely bittersweet.  Why not bring a little of the ceremonial reverence of Japanese tea making to your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBamboo whisk, or Chasen, with 80 strands for mixing and frothing your tea \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChashaku, a fine, long handled bamboo spatula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic whisk holder (green, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003enot\u003c\/span\u003e black as shown in the image)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChawan, ceramic bowl for whisking and serving your matcha tea \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(Bamboo whisk \u0026amp; ladle are not recommend for dishwasher cleaning)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreparing matcha tea:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to 2-4 spatulas (equal to 2-4g) to the bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour 70-100ml pure water heated to 70-80ºC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk the tea until it thickens and a creamy foam appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"UNK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558120476953,"sku":"WSB.TEA.09","price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/matcha-tea-set-blue-brown.webp?v=1743507228"},{"product_id":"miso-bowl-peacock","title":"Miso Bowl - Peacock","description":"\u003cp\u003eSet apart by the beautiful peacock tones and ceramic crafted in Japan, these bowls are perfect to serve up and enjoy your miso on a quiet night in, a special occasion or a dinner party to impress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 13cm diameter, 8cm deep.  Exact size may vary slightly due to this product being handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is microwave, oven and dishwasher safe, however sudden changes in temperature could cause thermal shock, which will damage your item. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558800445721,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.30","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/miso-bowl-peacock.webp?v=1743507199"},{"product_id":"soy-sauce-dish-akane-grey","title":"Soy Sauce Dish - Akane Grey","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=unicode\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\n\u003clink id=\"DefaultCSSFileLinkElement\" rel=\"stylesheet\" type=\"text\/css\" href=\"c:\\tmp\\style_combined.css\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect way to serve soy, whether it's to dip in sashimi or spoon over \r\nnoodles, the akane grey soy sauce dish is a beautiful addition to any table and \r\nmeal. The inside of the dish is a light grey with coppery tones around the \r\noutside and the sides of the dish are a dark grey to black.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 8cm diameter, 3cm deep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558831509785,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.32","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/soy-sauce-akane-grey_f9f31dff-4653-45cf-bc85-ff0099c02f40.webp?v=1743507197"},{"product_id":"sake-carafe-white-pink","title":"Sake Carafe - White \u0026 Pink","description":"\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=unicode\"\u003e \u003clink href=\"c:\\tmp\\style_combined.css\" type=\"text\/css\" rel=\"stylesheet\" id=\"DefaultCSSFileLinkElement\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresent and pour your sake recreating the true Japanese experience. This beautifully classic white carafe with mottled pink detailing is the perfect way to serve and enjoy your favourite sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarafe sits 12cm high and holds 300ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCeramic. 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Made of Minoyaki porcelain, the deep indigo blue and lighter detailing that spirals around the cup and the matt exterior finish and gloss inside, provides a relaxing sensation visually and to the touch allowing you to enjoy the ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process of firing the indigo glaze creates a lovely dappling effect, resulting in every piece being unique. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 5.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter 9cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: 130ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher \u0026amp; microwave safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle irregularities in size, glaze, and texture are embraced due to the artisan nature of the product meaning they result in a one-of-a-kind item that is a unique addition to your table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558910316825,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.38","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/tea-cup-indigo-blue.webp?v=1743507192"},{"product_id":"soy-sauce-dish-sand-fade","title":"Soy Sauce Dish - Sand Fade","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=unicode\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\n\u003clink id=\"DefaultCSSFileLinkElement\" rel=\"stylesheet\" type=\"text\/css\" href=\"c:\\tmp\\style_combined.css\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYour soy of choice will contrast wonderfully with the sand fade colour of \r\nthis ceramic soy sauce dish made in Japane - the perfect way to serve soy, \r\nwhether it's to dip in sashimi or spoon over noodles, a beautiful addition to \r\nany table and meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDiameter: 8cm\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDishwasher \u0026amp; Microwave safe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558920999193,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.39","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/soy-sauce-dish-sand-fade_3668eca1-3446-4d93-a5c3-b36799b232e8.webp?v=1743507190"},{"product_id":"miso-bowl-earth-sky","title":"Miso Bowl - Earth \u0026 Sky","description":"\u003cp\u003eServe up your miso in these striking bowls, with their brown earthy tones below the blue sky hues, mirrored both inside and out. Made in Japan, these ceramic bowls bring the east to your table and add extra occasion to any meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 13cm diameter, 8cm deep.  Exact size may vary slightly due to this product being handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is microwave, oven and dishwasher safe, however sudden changes in temperature could cause thermal shock, which will damage your item. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558940496153,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.40","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/miso-bowl-earth-and-sky.webp?v=1743507189"},{"product_id":"miso-bowl-steel-grey","title":"Miso Bowl - Steel Grey","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe steel grey outer of this ceramic miso bowl made in Japan is set off by the quite pearlescent interior to make a beautifully crafted ornament that doubles as a bowl! 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Stylish \r\nand practical for either the table or the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStands 8cm tall, measures 6cm in diameter and holds 180ml.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558982078745,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.42","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/soy-sauce-pourer-black.webp?v=1743507187"},{"product_id":"ramen-bowl-bronze","title":"Ramen Bowl - Bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003eStunning bronze ceramic ramen bowls bring visual art to the art of ramen making, whether you're preparing one of chef Tim Anderson's fantastic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/the-wasabi-company.myshopify.com\/blogs\/recipes\/ma-po-ramen-recipe-by-tim-anderson\" title=\"Recipe online for Tim Anderson's Ma Po Ramen\"\u003eMa Po Ramens\u003c\/a\u003e or creating your own these beautiful bowls made in Japan will add the wow factor to the serving that the taste deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 25cm diameter, 8cm high.  Exact size may vary slightly due to this product being handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is microwave, oven and dishwasher safe, however sudden changes in temperature could cause thermal shock, which will damage your item. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46559003017497,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.43","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/ramen-bowl-bronze-side.webp?v=1743507185"},{"product_id":"ramen-bowl-steel-grey","title":"Ramen Bowl - Steel Grey","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe subtle neutral colours and timeless design of this ceramic ramen bowl mean it is equally at home displayed on a shelf or serving up your favourite Japanese dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: diameter 25cm, height 7.5cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this item is hand-made, subtle variations in size, colour, glaze, and texture are part of its charm, celebrating the individuality and craftsmanship of this traditional Japanese ceramic ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is microwave, oven and dishwasher safe, however sudden changes in temperature could cause thermal shock, which will damage your item. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46559060721945,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.46","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/ramen-bowl-steel-grey-side.webp?v=1743507182"},{"product_id":"suribachi-motoshige-pestle-mortar-black","title":"Suribachi Motoshige, Pestle \u0026 Mortar - Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=unicode\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e \u003clink id=\"DefaultCSSFileLinkElement\" rel=\"stylesheet\" type=\"text\/css\" href=\"c:\\tmp\\style_combined.css\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pestle (Surikogi) and mortar (Suribachi) is an essential piece of kit for every student and master of Japanese cuisine. 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