Collection: Main Bowls
What are Japanese Main Bowls ?
Japanese main bowls, or Chūbachi, are bowls typically ranging from 13cm to 17cm in diameter. These bowls are essential items in Japanese dining, reflecting the country's culinary culture and aesthetic sense. They serve both practical and decorative purposes, beautifully presenting a variety of dishes.
Features of Japanese Main Bowls
- Size: Japanese main bowls generally have a diameter between 13cm and 17cm. This size is ideal for serving a wide range of dishes at home meals or special dinners.
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Festival Gold Shallow Bowl Glass Tsugaru Vidro
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Multi bowl yellow porcelain dahlia Hasami ware
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Multi bowl blue porcelain dahlia Hasami ware
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Bowl gray pottery rosemary Hasami ware
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Salad bowl brown porcelain ORLO Mino ware
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Salad Bowl Indigo Blue Porcelain ORLO Mino Ware
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Bowl Amber Pottery Rosemary Hasami Ware
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Bowl denim pottery rosemary Hasami ware
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Deformed medium bowl, petal, porcelain, Hasami ware
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13.5cm bowl gray porcelain daisy Hasami ware
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Octagonal flat bowl Olive porcelain Koyo kiln Arita ware
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Chrysanthemum flat pot Olive Porcelain Koyo Kiln Arita Ware
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Chrysanthemum flat bowl, sherbet gray, porcelain, Koyo kiln, Arita ware
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Nebuta Diverse Bowl Glass Tsugaru Vidro
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18cm/7.1in Pot Black Porcelain Chrysanthemum Mino Ware
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Rust glaze small pottery pottery Furuya Seisho
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Tetsusan Small Bowl with Flowers Pottery Furuya Seisho
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Tetsusan Whana Shallow Bowl Small Pottery Furuya Seisho
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Square bowl, medium lapis lazuli pottery, Kitagama Kasen, Hiroshige Kato, Seto ware
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Square bowl, medium old Seto pottery, Kitagama Kasen, Hiroshige Kato, Seto ware
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Square bowl medium Oribe pottery Kitagama Kasen Hiroshige Kato Seto ware
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17cm bowl blue bitte glass POTPURRI
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17cm bowl yellow bitte glass POTPURRI
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Oven bowl brown heat resistant pottery Mino ware
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Oven bowl white heat resistant pottery Mino ware
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Round gratin, large, light brown, heat-resistant pottery, Mino ware
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Kagami-mochi pottery porcelain Hasami ware
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Flower pot, small, Akae Banreki, porcelain, Hasami ware
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soba glaze bowl large porcelain minoyaki
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Diamond-shaped small bowl, vine arabesque, blue porcelain, dyed, Arita ware
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Morning glory bowl mustard porcelain kei Mino ware
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Morning glory bowl green porcelain kei Mino ware
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Bowl S Silver White Porcelain Cuore Mino Ware
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Oval bowl, flower crest, porcelain, Arita ware
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Puffy shavings bowl, potter's wheel powder-pulled pottery, Mino ware
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Bowl ivory pottery rosemary Hasami ware
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Deformed medium bowl, green apple, porcelain, Hasami ware
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Multi-bowl with ears Pottery Villa Mino ware
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13.5cm bowl navy porcelain daisy Hasami ware
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Salad bowl Turkish blue pottery Mino ware
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Asa bowl small wakura porcelain Mino ware
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Flower melon deep plate porcelain Fuchiasobi Hasami ware
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Naburi medium bowl karakusa pottery Hasami ware
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18cm/7.1in Bowl White Porcelain Chrysanthemum Mino Ware
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Examples of Suitable Dishes
Japanese Cuisine: Main bowls are perfect for dishes like nimono (simmered vegetables and meats), aemono (dressed salads), and miso soup. For instance, a nimono dish looks particularly appealing in a Chūbachi that allows the ingredients to spread out attractively.
Western Cuisine: These bowls are also suitable for Western dishes such as pasta, risotto, and salads. The Chūbachi is especially good for pasta dishes with plenty of sauce.
Desserts: Main bowls are ideal for desserts like fruit salads, ice cream, and traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi). Beautifully presenting fruits or desserts in these bowls can enhance the dining experience.
Differences in Size and Shape
Round Bowls: Round Chūbachi are great for evenly distributing food and provide a balanced visual appeal. They are versatile and suitable for both Japanese and Western dishes.
Shallow Bowls: Shallow bowls have a wide, open shape, making them ideal for salads and assorted dishes. They allow ingredients to be spread out, enhancing the visual presentation.
Deep Bowls: Deep bowls are suitable for soups, stews, and dishes with a lot of liquid. Their depth prevents spills and keeps the liquid contained.
Differences in Color and Pattern
Traditional Blue and White: Bowls with blue and white designs convey a sense of cleanliness and traditional beauty. They are especially well-suited for Japanese cuisine, highlighting the food's aesthetic appeal.
Vibrant Colors and Modern Designs: Bowls with vibrant colors and modern patterns are perfect for contemporary dishes and party settings. They add a touch of elegance and festivity to the table.
Seasonal Designs: Bowls featuring seasonal flowers or landscapes can evoke a sense of the season, enriching the dining experience. For example, bowls with sakura (cherry blossom) patterns are popular in spring, while those with autumn leaves are favored in fall.
Conclusion
Japanese main bowls (Chūbachi) enhance the presentation of various dishes with their diverse designs, shapes, and high-quality materials. Suitable for both everyday use and special occasions, these bowls bring a fresh, elegant touch to the dining table. Enjoy your meals even more with the beauty of Japanese main bowls.