In this issue, we would like to introduce some of our recommended utsuwa for your tableware collection.
Many of you are probably looking for new tableware in stores or online stores.
However, it can be difficult to know what to buy because it costs a lot of money to get all the tableware you need.
Our store is full of people who love to shop (and of course, shop!). Our staff members love to shop!
We often talk about the items we actually use often and the items we are glad we bought.
So, from the basic set that you should choose when you want to get a set of tableware, to the items you want to buy and add to your collection, here is an introduction from the point of view of our staff who love tableware.
By reading this article, you will be able to choose the shortest route to your favorite tableware.
The 3 essentials when getting the right tableware
When you decide to get a set of tableware, the number one priority should be "how often you will use it.
You want to use the tableware you have bought a lot.
Therefore, we have selected three types of tableware that are easy to use and are used frequently at the dinner table.
We also have a set of carefully selected standard tableware that is perfect for your new life.
7-8sun(21~24cm/8.2~9.4In) main dish
When you start buying new vessels, the first choice should be a main dish (platter) of about 7" to 8" (21cm to 24cm).
The reason for this recommendation is that it is the size you will use most often.
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This size plate is the most commonly used size, serving one person for a main dish or two or three people for sharing.
・In the morning, it is one plate with bread and a fried egg.
・Pasta for one for lunch
・At night, I serve fried chicken for two or three people and share it with everyone.
It is a useful and hard-working platter not only for yourself, but also for entertaining.
Now, let us introduce our recommended platters.
Round Shaved Plate Large | Mino Ware
It is also a little deep, so it is easy to use for soupy dishes.
Image: natural, rustic
Size: approx. 21.5 cm
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Arco Round Plate Silver Brown 24.5cm/9.6in | Mino Ware
The subdued color makes it easy to match with any dishes and gives it a mature atmosphere.
Image: Simple and modern
Size: approx. 24.5 cm
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Koyo Kiln Round Plate Shinogi Flower Wreath 21cm/8.3in| Arita Ware
The key point is that they can be used in microwave ovens and dishwashers.
Image: Cute, Scandinavian
Size: approx. 21.5 cm
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Rice bowl, soup bowl
Next, I recommend rice bowls and soup bowls.
Some may think, "I eat Western food most of the time, so maybe I don't need them..."
However, rice and miso soup are a great way to relieve the stress of eating Western food.
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It is recommended to have an assortment of teacups and soup bowls.
Also, if you choose a modern design, you can use them as a container for salads and side dishes for Western-style meals.
Let us introduce you to our recommended rice bowls.
Rice Bowl AKI(Autum) | Mino Ware
The classic design will be used for a long time without getting tired of it.
Image: Japanese, standard
Size：Standard size (for both men and women)
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Rice Bowl Chrysanthemum | Mino Ware
The natural texture makes it easy to match with any dishes or other dishes.
Image: Natural and cute
Size：Slightly smaller (easy for women to hold)
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Shirasagi Woodworking Soup Bowl Natural Sakura M | Lacquerware
I want a lacquer bowl that will last a lifetime, but I don't want to buy a plain soup bowl.
It is perfect for those who are looking for a bowl that is a little better than usual.
Image: Natural, Japanese
Size：Standard size (for both men and women)
Microwave: x Dishwasher: x
Other recommended rice bowls and soup bowls are introduced in detail in this article.
20 Recommended Rice Bowls: Stylish Pieces You’ll Want to Use Forever
Mugs
Mugs are essential for drinking hot beverages.
・When you drink hot coffee with bread in the morning.
・When you want to take a breather at work.
・When you drink hot milk before going to bed at night.
In the midst of a hectic day-to-day life, a moment to take a breather is very special.
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We recommend that you have two mugs of different sizes, etc., so that you can use them according to your mood.
Now, let us introduce you to our recommended mugs.
Mug Shinogi White | Mino Ware
The simple yet tasteful charm of the design makes it easy to use for men and women of all ages.
Image: Natural, rustic
Capacity: Slightly large 250 cc (8 portions)
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Mug Rosemary Amber | Hasami Ware
There is a wide range of colors to choose from, so you will want to have a series of these for family members and guests.
Image: Elegant and modern
Capacity: Slightly larger 250 cc (8 portions)
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Soup Cup White Cream | Mino Ware
It is also perfect for holding a large amount of soup or beverages and serving it while working at a desk or reading a book.
Image: Natural, rustic
Capacity：large 350cc (8 portions)
Microwave: x Dishwasher: x
You can read more about other recommended mugs in this article.
How to Choose a Stylish Mug: Perfect Tableware for Coffee Time
Three pieces of tableware that are convenient to have in your collection
Once you have the minimum amount of tableware, the next thing to think about is "making it more convenient.
For example, "I want to eat a few side dishes, but it's a hassle to use large dishes..." or "I want to eat a little bit of food, but it's too much trouble to use large dishes..."
We recommend that you have tableware that can be substituted for other tableware, but that you think would be convenient to have.
Not essential! Here are three tableware items that are not essential, but would be convenient to have on hand.
5" serving plates
Plates about 5" (15cm-18cm) in size are perfect for placing one more dish on top of the main dish! This is the perfect size to put side dishes such as chilled tofu, boiled rice, omelets, marinated vegetables, and so on.
・Side dishes such as chilled tofu, boiled vegetables, omelets, marinades, etc.
・Baked goods such as cut cakes and muffins
・A serving dish for large dishes such as paella and gratin.
Useful in a variety of situations.
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The size and weight are also important, and we recommend that you have several plates of different types so that you can use them according to your mood and dishes.
Let us introduce some of our recommended 5" plates.
Round Plate Gray Leaves 15cm/5.9in | Hasami Ware
You will want to have a whole series of these dishes.
Image: Cute, Scandinavian
Size: approx. 15 cm
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Flower-shaped Plate Chrysanthemum Pattern | Arita Ware
It is suitable for everyday use, but also adds a touch of festive flair to celebrations.
Image: Japanese, cute
Size: approx. 18.5 cm
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Shallow Bowl Red 16.5cm/6.5in | Hasami Ware
Its depth makes it useful for serving deep-fried tofu or simmered dishes for one person.
Image: Japanese, standard
Size: approx. 16.5 cm
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Small bowl
You want to serve just a little bit of sesame paste or pickles!
In such cases, a small bowl about 3" (9cm) is very useful.
People who are good at table coordination are often good at using small bowls!
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Just by being a little conscious of how you use small bowls, they are not the mainstay of your dining table, but they can accentuate or complement your main dish with their colors and patterns, or serve as a great supporting role.
Giyaman Small Bowl Blue 12cm/4.7in | Kobachi Mino Ware
You will want to have a set of these for both family members and guests because they can be stacked and stored.
Image: Japanese, cute
Size: approx. 12 cm
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Small Bowl White Chrysanthemum 9cm/3.5in | Kobachi Mino Ware
The appearance with legs will add a touch of glamour to your everyday dining table.
Image: Natural and cute
Size: approx. 10 cm
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Wakura Shallow Bowl S | Kobachi Mino Ware
It goes well with classic Japanese side dishes such as soaked greens.
Image: Japanese, austere
Size: approx. 14.5 cm
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
For more information about other small bowls, please refer to this article.
20 Recommended Small Bowls: How to Choose Stylish Bowls for Any Meal
Large rice bowl
Beef bowls are easy and tasty, and seafood bowls are a great way to serve sashimi.
Donburi is indispensable for rice lovers.
It is also indispensable for udon when you are busy or want to have a light meal, or for a simple menu with leftover side dishes on top of rice.
If you choose a large, deep bowl, it can also be used as a noodle bowl for ramen noodles, so it is a safe bowl to have.
Let us introduce some of our recommended rice bowls.
Deep Donburi Bowl Gold | Shigaraki
Despite its hefty impression, it is light and can be held in one hand.
Image: Japanese, modern
Shape: Deep
Donburi: ○ (oyakodon, kaisenudon, etc.)
Noodles: ○ (ramen noodles, udon noodles)
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Wakura Donburi Bowl | Mino Ware
The depth of the bowl makes it perfect for ramen or udon with plenty of vegetables on top.
Image: Japanese, austere
Shape: Deep
Bowl of rice: ○ (oyakodon, kaisenudon, etc.)
Noodles: ○ (ramen noodles, udon noodles)
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○ \
You can also read more about other recommended rice bowls in this article.
How to Choose a Stylish Mug: Perfect Tableware for Coffee Time
3 recommended tableware to buy when you need to buy more
Once you are no longer lacking in tableware for your daily dining, how about enjoying more table coordination?
Here are three tableware items you may want to buy to take your table to the next level.
Small plates(sauce plate)
Although they are small, palm-sized dishes, many of them are elaborately designed with unique shapes, intricate paintings, and beautiful colors.
They can be used to hold condiments, a small amount of side dishes, or bite-sized snacks.
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With their ease of use, wide variety of designs, and above all, affordable prices, why not gradually increase the number of your favorites?
Let us introduce you to some of our recommended small-plate dishes.
Azumaya Sauce Plate Plum Inban
It would be nice to have several in a series!
Image: Japanese, Cute
Size：About 8.2 cm
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
sen Frame Square Small Plate Small | Hasami Ware
It adds an accent to the round dishes in the collection.
Image: Western, cute
Size：About 12.0 x 9.5 cm
Microwave：0 Dishwasher：×
Flower-shaped Sauce Plate Vine Blue Arabesque | Arita Ware
It is a small presence, but the gorgeous design will enhance your usual dishes.
Image: Japanese, cute
Size: approx. 9.5 cm
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
For more information about other recommended small-plate dishes, please refer to this article.
Mamezara (Sauce Plates): How to Use and Recommended Selections
Square Dish
When you have mastered the use of vessels, I would like you to try using square dishes.
I think it is difficult to use a square plate.
A square plate is a plate for grilled fish, right?
There must be many people who think "square plates are difficult to use" or "square plates are for grilled fish, right?
You may think that long square plates are for grilled fish, but in fact, they are also very useful for serving Western-style side dishes and snacks.
Because dishes can be arranged side by side, they fit well and look different from round dishes.
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Just by matching them with standard dishes, you can create a rhythm on your dining table.
Now, let us introduce our recommended square plates.
ORLO Long Square Plate Indigo Blue L | Sushi Plate Mino Ware
It is perfect for a one-plate meal in the morning with two omusubi, an omelet, and a side dish you have made!
Image: Modern and simple
Size: Can hold saury or hokke
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Rectangle Plate Round Pattern | Sushi Plate Arita Ware
Serve a bite of marinated tomatoes or carrot rappe, for example, and it will look like an appetizer served at a restaurant.
Image: Modern, Scandinavian
Size: Long, thin dishes such as sautéed asparagus
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Rectangle Plate Petal |Sushi Plate Hasami Ware
It is the perfect size for grilled salmon, cod meuniere, and other fillets of fish.
Image: Scandinavian, modern
Size: Can hold fillets and dried horse mackerels
Microwave: ○ Dishwasher: ○
Rectangle Plate Petal |Sushi Plate Hasami Ware
For other recommended square plates, please refer to this article.
Refresh Your Dining Table: Why Square Plates Are the Perfect Choice
Trays
Once you start to enjoy table coordination, we recommend that you buy a tray or a tray.
Just by putting your usual dishes on the tray, you can create a cohesive table coordination at once.
They are also useful for serving tea and sweets when entertaining guests.
Let us introduce you to some of our recommended trays.
Matsuya Lacquerware Store Wooden Long Tray Unpainted Ash | Echizen Lacquerware
It can be stacked for easy storage and fits neatly in a cupboard.
Rinka tray, large, zelkova, Aizawa Lumber Works/KITO
It is large enough to hold one teapot and five buckwheat cups, so it should be sufficient for three to four guests.
See this article for more details about other trays.
How to Select Stylish Trays and Obon for Your Dining Table
Recommended brands and series of tableware that are easy to coordinate
It is easier to coordinate your tableware if you buy several pieces from the same design series or by the same artist.
Here are some examples of tableware with a rich lineup that can be easily arranged in a series.
Chrysanthemum
This is a series of pretty flower-shaped vessels that will brighten up your dining table.
The gentle colors of the vessels will never get old, and they have a charm that will be loved for a long time to come.
Click here to see the Chrysanthemum series.
Shigi-Me, Shinogi
This series of kohiki vessels has a natural atmosphere, perfect for everyday use and easy to match with other vessels.
The gentle and soft colors of these dishes bring out the delicious colors of the food.
Click here to see the Kohiki series vessels.
Shigi-Me and Shinogi list page
Seiran
The "Seiran" series expresses a folk art taste in Hasami-ware.
The simple and bold design will brighten up your dining table.
Conclusion
In this issue, we have introduced the items we recommend if you are looking for tableware in order of priority.
We hope you will try to find an assortment that suits your lifestyle.
You can also read more about how to choose and arrange your first vessels in this article.
・Choosing Japanese tableware for the first time
・How to buy more Japanese tableware
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