Collection: Sauce Plates
What Are Japanese Sauce Plates ?
Japanese sauce plates, known as mamezara, are small dishes primarily used for serving sauces, condiments, or small appetizers. These plates add color and functionality to the dining table, enhancing the beauty of the dishes they accompany. Crafted in various shapes, designs, and materials, mamezara reflect the traditional aesthetic of Japanese tableware.
Features of Japanese Sauce Plates
- Size: Japanese sauce plates typically range from 5cm (about 2 inches) to 12cm (about 4 inches) in diameter. This size is perfect for serving small portions of food or sauces, making it convenient to present multiple dishes on the table and enjoy a variety of flavors.
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9cm/3.5in Plate Ameori Dot Pottery Tsuboya Ware Toshin Kiln Yachimun
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Small quince plate, blue porcelain, Mino ware
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Small quince plate, gray porcelain, Mino ware
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Line small plate blue porcelain Mino ware
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Line Small Plate Gray Porcelain Mino Ware
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Teacup-shaped plate, arrow feather round pattern, porcelain, Arita ware
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Gourd Plate S Show Porcelain Arita Ware
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Oval small plate lemon porcelain fruits Hasami ware
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Oval small plate cherry porcelain fruits Hasami ware
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Plate Crane Porcelain Hasami Ware
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12cm/4.7in Round Plate Pique White Pottery ORIME Hasami Ware
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Small flower plate, blue, porcelain, Fuchiasobi, Hasami ware
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Small plate, quince, small, cherry blossoms, Yososawa Wood Crafts/KITO
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Small bean plate, green apple, porcelain, Hasami ware
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Small plate, petal, porcelain, Hasami ware
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Bean small plate Blume porcelain Hasami ware
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bouquet hydrangea pottery sen Hasami ware
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Chrysanthemum split bean plate, sherbet gray, porcelain, Koyo kiln, Arita ware
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frame frill plate small pottery sen Hasami ware
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frame square plate small pottery sen Hasami ware
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frame oval plate small pottery sen Hasami ware
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12cm/4.7in Plate Tobikanna Candy Inner Hanging Pottery Koishiwara Ware
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12cm/4.7in plate Tobikanna pottery Koishiwara ware
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Kitten plate blue porcelain Harektani Kutani ware
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Cat bean plate set of 4 porcelain Harektani Kutani ware
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Small plate Ash Gourd Porcelain Arbor
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Small plate, clay, quince, porcelain, arbor
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Small plate, earthen ash, plum, porcelain, arbor
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Mini plate, seal, gourd, porcelain, arbor
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Mini plate, seal, quince, porcelain, arbor
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Mini plate, stamp, plum, porcelain, arbor
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12cm/4.7in plate black porcelain chrysanthemum Mino ware
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12cm/4.7in Round Plate Herringbone White Pottery ORIME Hasami Ware
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13.5cm/5.9in Dish AO Porcelain Mino Ware
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Tetsusan rimu bean plate pottery Furuya Seisho
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Small Plate Fruit Pomegranate Green Teshio Porcelain POTPURRI
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Small Plate Fruit Pomegranate Red Teshio Porcelain POTPURRI
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Lucky small plate Kagami-mochi porcelain Hasami ware
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Lucky small plate, top, porcelain, Hasami ware
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Lucky small plate, gavel, porcelain, Hasami ware
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12cm/4.7in Plate Ruri Gold Flower Pattern Porcelain Rinkurou Kiln Hasami Ware
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Small plate, colored painting, plum and chrysanthemum pattern, porcelain, Arita ware
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Plate Colored Plum and Chrysanthemum Pattern Porcelain Arita Ware
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Small plate Rinpa Old Imari style porcelain Arita ware
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9cm/3.5in Small plate Ina tea porcelain Mino ware
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9cm/3.5in Small Plate Rice White Porcelain Mino Ware
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Small plate, spring and autumn pattern, porcelain, Arita ware
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Oval plate, small Fuyo hand and twin deer illustration, porcelain, Arita ware
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Examples of Suitable Dishes
Japanese Cuisine: Ideal for soy sauce, ponzu, wasabi, ginger, small portions of pickles, or side dishes like marinated vegetables. They are particularly useful as accompaniments for sushi and sashimi.
Western Cuisine: Perfect for serving olive oil, balsamic vinegar, small appetizers like cheese and olives. Sauce plates can beautifully present a variety of appetizers.
Desserts: Suitable for bite-sized cakes, fruits, and traditional Japanese sweets. Arranging colorful desserts on sauce plates creates a visually appealing presentation.
Party Foods: Great for serving canapés, mini sandwiches, and mini tarts. Using sauce plates adds elegance to party settings and enhances the overall dining experience.
Differences in Size and Shape
Round Sauce Plates: Round plates are known for their simple and versatile design. They pair well with any dish, evenly distributing food and adding harmony to the table.
Square Sauce Plates: Square plates offer a stylish and modern look, ideal for adding visual interest and emphasizing the presentation of the food.
Oval Sauce Plates: Oval plates, with their elongated shape, are perfect for serving elongated dishes or small appetizers. They add a dynamic element to the table setting.
Differences in Color and Pattern
Traditional Blue and White: Blue and white sauce plates evoke a sense of cleanliness and traditional beauty, making them particularly suitable for Japanese cuisine. They enhance the visual appeal of the food.
Vibrant Colors and Modern Designs: Plates with bright colors and modern patterns are excellent for contemporary dishes and party settings. They add a festive touch to the table and provide visual enjoyment.
Seasonal Designs: Plates featuring motifs of seasonal flowers and landscapes help create a sense of seasonality, enriching the dining experience.
Conclusion
Japanese sauce plates, with their diverse designs, shapes, and high-quality materials, beautifully enhance the presentation of various dishes. These plates are versatile enough for everyday use and special occasions, bringing a fresh dynamic to the dining table. Enjoy your meals even more with the elegance of Japanese sauce plates.