Collection: Small Bowls (Kobachi )
What Are Small Bowls (Kobachi)?
Small Bowls (Kobachi) are a type of traditional Japanese tableware designed to beautifully present small dishes and side dishes. These bowls add both color and functionality to the dining table, enhancing the presentation of various dishes. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and designs, reflecting Japanese aesthetics and culinary culture.
Features of Small Bowls
Size: Small Bowls typically range from 8cm (approximately 3 inches) to 15cm (approximately 6 inches) in diameter. This size is perfect for serving small side dishes or desserts, making it convenient to have multiple dishes on the table and enjoy a variety of flavors.
Uses in Japan vs. Overseas
Small Bowls are used similarly for serving small dishes and side dishes, but there are some differences in their use. In Japan, they are commonly used for serving pickles, dressed vegetables, simmered dishes, and other traditional Japanese side dishes. Overseas, Small Bowls are used for dips, sauces, small salads, and desserts. Both uses are equally valid and demonstrate the versatility of these bowls.
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Bowl S Set of 5 Vag Porcelain POTPURRI
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Kabuka bowl, small Ryukyu drop porcelain, Mino ware
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Rest Small Bowl Brown Porcelain Mino Ware
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Turkish warped small bowl pottery Shigaraki ware
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Powder ring flower bowl Ceramic Shigaraki ware
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Small bowl Kiseto pottery Shigaraki ware
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Small bowl, iron powder, pottery, Shigaraki ware
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9cm/3.5in Pot Shiroitchin Pottery Tsuboya Ware Toshin Kiln Yachimun
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9cm/3.5in Pot Lined Arabesque Pottery Tsuboya Ware Toshin Kiln Yachimun
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9cm/3.5in Pot Gosuame Arabesque Pottery Tsuboya Ware Toshin Kiln Yachimun
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9cm/3.5in Pot Red Bougainvillea Pottery Tsuboya Ware Toshin Kiln Yachimun
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Multi cup strawberry porcelain fruits Hasami ware
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Multi cup lemon porcelain fruits Hasami ware
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Multi cup cherry porcelain fruits Hasami ware
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Small bowl dot porcelain Hasami ware
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Small oval bowl, flower crest, porcelain, Arita ware
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10cm bowl white porcelain Kikuwari Hasami ware
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10cm bowl gray porcelain Kikuwari Hasami ware
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10cm bowl mint mat porcelain Kikuwari Hasami ware
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Minori quince bowl, dyed border, porcelain, Koyo kiln, Arita ware
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Small chrysanthemum bowl Olive Porcelain Koyo Kiln Arita Ware
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Small chrysanthemum bowl, sherbet gray, porcelain, Koyo kiln, Arita ware
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Nebuta Small Bowl Glass Tsugaru Vidro
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9cm/3.5in Small Bowl Black Porcelain Chrysanthemum Mino Ware
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Bowl Herringbone White Pottery ORIME Hasamiyaki
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Dressing cup Turkish blue pottery Mino ware
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12cm/4.7in Bowl Rikyu (Green) Porcelain Giyaman Mino Ware
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Fuchiara horizontal carving cut rim bean bowl pottery Furuya Seisho
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Candy glaze heat-resistant bean pot pottery Furuya Pottery
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Rust glaze Shinogi Katakuchi Bean Bowl Pottery Furuya Seisho
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Konabiki Flower Petal Hill Mini Small Bowl Pottery Furuya Seisho
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Tetsusan Rinka Bean Pot Pottery Furuya Seisho
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Square bowl, small lazuli pottery, Kitagama Kasen, Hiroshige Kato, Seto ware
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Square bowl small Old Seto pottery Kitagama Kasen Hiroshige Kato Seto ware
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Square bowl small Oribe pottery Kitagama Kasen Hiroshige Kato Seto ware
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Auspicious Hime Bowl Kagami Mochi Porcelain Hasami Ware
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Auspicious Princess Bowl Gavel Porcelain Hasami Ware
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Small round bowl, colored picture Hisago, porcelain, Hasami ware
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Small bowl pottery Kairagi Mino ware
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Small bowl, Old Imari chrysanthemum pattern, porcelain, Rinkurou kiln, Hasami ware
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Small triangular bowl, Annan Raku painting, Goss pottery, Minami kiln, Mino ware
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Hexagonal small bowl, semi-porcelain, flower pattern, Arita ware
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Small triangular bowl, Sabannan pottery, Minami kiln, Mino ware
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[Uchiru special order] Dessert cup with vine arabesque blue porcelain dyed Arita ware
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Hexagonal small bowl semi-porcelain check Arita ware
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Hobuka pot small blue arabesque porcelain Mino ware
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Oval small plate with expected chrysanthemum crest, porcelain, Rinkurou kiln, Hasami ware
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Rest Small Bowl Blue Porcelain Mino Ware
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TIPS
Examples of Suitable Dishes
Japanese Side Dishes: Perfect for serving dishes such as hijiki simmered in soy sauce, spinach with sesame dressing, and takuan (pickled daikon radish).
Desserts: Ideal for serving bite-sized cakes, fruits, and traditional Japanese sweets. The colorful presentation of desserts in Small Bowls can make the dining experience more enjoyable.
Salads and Appetizers: Great for small salads and appetizers like cheese, olives, and canapés. They are also convenient for serving dips and sauces.
Differences in Color and Pattern
Traditional Blue and White: Small Bowls with blue and white designs evoke a sense of cleanliness and traditional beauty. They are especially effective for enhancing the visual appeal of Japanese cuisine.
Vibrant Colors and Modern Designs: Bowls with bright colors and modern patterns are excellent for contemporary dishes and festive occasions. They add a lively touch to the table and provide visual enjoyment.
Seasonal Designs: Bowls featuring motifs of seasonal flowers and landscapes help create a sense of seasonality, enriching the dining experience.
Conclusion
Small Bowls, with their diverse designs, shapes, and high-quality materials, beautifully enhance the presentation of various dishes. These bowls 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 Small Bowls.