Collection: Serving Bowls
What are Japanese Serving Bowls ?
Japanese serving bowls are large bowls, typically with a diameter of 18cm or more. These bowls are essential for serving food to family and guests, reflecting Japan's culinary culture and aesthetic sense. They serve both practical and decorative purposes, beautifully presenting a variety of dishes. Japanese serving bowls are designed to elevate the dining experience, making meals more visually appealing.
Features of Japanese Serving Bowls
Size: Japanese serving bowls generally have a diameter of 18cm or more. This size is ideal for family-style meals and main dishes. Larger bowls are particularly useful for banquets and family gatherings.
Material: Serving bowls are crafted from a variety of materials, including ceramic, porcelain, and lacquerware, each adding a unique texture and visual appeal to the table setting.
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Examples of Suitable Dishes
Japanese Cuisine: Serving bowls are perfect for simmered dishes, hot pot meals, and salads. They are ideal for presenting seasonal vegetable stews or family-style hot pot dishes, allowing for an inviting and communal dining experience.
Western Cuisine: These bowls are also versatile enough for large bowls of pasta, salad, or even a hearty soup, offering both practical function and aesthetic beauty.
Differences in Size and Shape
Round Bowls: Round serving bowls are excellent for evenly distributing food, providing a balanced visual appeal. They are versatile and can be used for both Japanese and Western dishes.
Shallow Bowls: Shallow bowls are perfect for salads and pasta dishes where the ingredients can be spread out, showcasing the food’s natural beauty.
Deep Bowls: Deep serving bowls are perfect for soups, stews, and dishes with a lot of liquid, containing liquids effectively while preventing spills.
Differences in Color and Pattern
Traditional Blue and White: Bowls with blue and white designs convey a sense of cleanliness and traditional beauty. These are especially suited for Japanese cuisine, highlighting the food's aesthetic appeal.
Vibrant Colors and Modern Designs: Bowls with modern patterns and bright colors are perfect for contemporary dishes and special events. They bring a lively, festive touch to the dining table.
Seasonal Designs: Bowls with seasonal motifs like sakura (cherry blossoms) or autumn leaves can enhance the dining experience by evoking the changing seasons.
Conclusion
Japanese serving bowls (Ōbachi) are designed to enhance the presentation of various dishes. With their diverse shapes, sizes, and materials, these bowls bring a fresh, elegant touch to both everyday meals and special occasions. Elevate your dining experience with the beauty of Japanese serving bowls and large bowls that reflect the art of Japanese tableware.
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Large Bowl Shinogi White | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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Oval Bowl White 25cm/9.8in | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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Craft Ishikawa Ramen Pot White Heat-resistant | Banko Ware
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Oval Bowl Onion | Serving Bowl Hasami Ware
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Oval Bowl Arch | Serving Bowl Hasami Ware
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COCO Flower-shaped Bowl L | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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[Mizuki x Furutani Seitosho] Iron Glaze Shallow Bowl 18cm/7in | Serving Bowl
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[Mizuki x Furutani Seitosho] Iron Glaze Shallow Bowl 21cm/8.3in | Serving Bowl
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Furutani Seitosho Iron Glaze Rim Bowl L | Serving Bowl
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Flat Bowl Blue Arabesque and Flower 18cm/7in | Serving BowlHasami Ware
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Square Bowl Blue Tokusa | Serving Bowl Hasami Ware
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24cm/9.4in Bowl Denim Pottery Rosemary Hasami Ware
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24cm/9.4in Bowl Ivory Ceramic Rosemary Hasami Ware
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Oval Curry Bowl Blue Flower Annan | Servig Bowl Mino Ware
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Kitagama Kasen Hiroshige Kato Flat Bowl Oribe | Serving Bowl Seto Ware
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Kitagama Kasen Hiroshige Kato Flat Bowl White Flower | Serving Bowl Seto Ware
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Minami Kiln Shallow Bowl Annanrakugki | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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Blueannan Ramen Bowl Flower | Mino Ware
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Minami Kiln Shallow Bowl Blue-lined Annan 18cm/7.1in | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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Flower-shaped Bowl Blue-lined 18cm/7.1in | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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Cuole Round Bowl Silver Green L | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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Bowl M Silver Green Porcelain Cuole Mino Ware
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Flower Bowl White | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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Minami Kiln Deep Bowl Rust-Annan 18cm/7.1in | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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Kosen Kiln Oval Bowl White M | Serving Bowl Banko Ware
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hana Oval Bowl Yellow | Serving Bowl Arita Ware
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Deep Bowl Suna Karatsu Mishima 18cm/7.1in | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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Rim bowl yellow porcelain Hasami ware
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Rim bowl white porcelain Hasami ware
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Oval Bowl Blue Arabesque | Serving Bowl Hasami Ware
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Oval Bowl Round-row Indigo | Serving Bowl Hasami Ware
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Koyo Kiln LEAVES Round Bowl Shinogi L | Arita Ware
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POTPURRI fajans Bowl Green L
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Ryukyu Drop Deep Bowl | Ramen Bowl Mino Ware
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Ryukyu Drop Shallow Bowl | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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Deep Bowl Blue Arabesque Large | Ramen Bowl Mino ware
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Shallow Bowl White 18cm/7.1in | Serving Bowl Shigaraki Ware
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Noodle Bowl Tobikanna | Ramen Bowl Shigaraki Ware
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Large Bowl Gray-lined | Serving Bowl Shigaraki Ware
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Bowl M Dark Gray Porcelain Cuole Mino Ware
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Bowl M Silver White Porcelain Cuole Mino Ware
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Minami Kiln Shallow Bowl Red Flowers 18cm/7.1in | Serving Bowl Mino Ware
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Furutani Seitosho Shallow Bowl Horizontal Stripes 18cm/7.1in | Serving Bowl
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Furutani Seitosho Shallow Bowl Horizontal Stripes 21cm/8.3in | Serving Bowl
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Furutani Seitosho Rust Glaze Octagonal Deep Bowl Small | Serving Bowl
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Furutani Seitosho Iron Glaze Octagonal Deep Bowl Small | Serving Bowl
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Furutani Seitosho Gray Glaze Octagonal Deep Bowl Small | Serving Bowl
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Furutani Seitosho Rust Glaze Round Bowl Large | Serving Bowl
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