Akae Diamond Pattern Sauce Plate MOTIF_Crane This versatile side plate is

This versatile side plate is perfect for serving small portions

with its spreading ripples representing the expansion of positive relationships

the inside is a glossy black color

It is also ideal as an interior tray

Crafted in the tradition of Yamanaka lacquerware

Akae Diamond Pattern Sauce Plate MOTIF_Crane This versatile side plate isA vivid red lattice pattern forms detailed diamonds against the soft, warm stoneware body, giving this sauce plate a lively yet grounded presence. This traditional diamond motif, known as matsukawa bishi and named for its resemblance to pine bark, carries an auspicious meaning. Pine, an evergreen, has long been regarded in Japan as a symbol of longevity, which is why this pattern has been cherished in textiles and decorative arts for centuries. The