Japanese Hand-Painted Blue & White Octagonal Asa-no-Ha (Hemp Leaf) Porcelain Plate – Seto Ware by Singama

Handcrafted from Setoyaki porcelain at Shingama Kiln (眞窯) in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture, this elegant bowl features a refined octagonal form adorned with a meticulously hand-painted Asa-no-Ha (Hemp Leaf) pattern.
Each line is carefully brushed in vivid indigo, showcasing the timeless beauty of traditional sometsuke (Japanese blue-and-white porcelain).

Founded in 1919, Shingama Kiln has long specialized in sometsuke ceramics, creating works decorated with gosu (a cobalt-based pigment) and iron oxide. Their artisans continue to uphold this legacy today, blending generations of tradition with refined artistry in every piece.

Sometsuke is a classic technique in which patterns are hand-drawn with gosu on a white porcelain body, then coated with a clear glaze and fired at high temperature. The resulting indigo tones vary subtly depending on the clay, glaze, and firing conditions, giving each piece its own character.
A hallmark of this style is the dami technique, where gosu is applied with a large, fully loaded brush to create rich gradations of blue—reminiscent of ink painting. Achieving such depth and nuance requires years of experience and practiced skill.

In 1997, Seto Sometsuke-yaki was officially designated a Traditional Craft of Japan by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, recognized both domestically and internationally for its delicate forms and refined brushwork.

With its harmonious octagonal silhouette and auspicious hemp leaf motif—symbolizing growth, strength, and protection—this bowl brings a sense of quiet elegance to the table. It is suitable for everyday dining, seasonal serving, or as a thoughtful gift for lovers of fine Japanese ceramics.

This item is available in the following options:

• Small / Medium / Large (please select your preferred size)

• Set of 3 (Small + Medium + Large)

Each bowl is handcrafted and hand-painted, so slight variations in size, pattern, and brushwork are part of its unique character.