Japanese Arita Porcelain Bowl Kobachi Vtg Side Dish Blue White Shippo PY960 tray Japanese porcelain flower vase

Japanese porcelain flower vase

Kanji on the bottom: Horyuji temple

The body is some kind of seed

It contains small holes in the base to wrap with twine or fabric cord

Colored a glossy rich caramel brown with lovely wood grain and clean linework on display

Japanese Arita Porcelain Bowl Kobachi Vtg Side Dish Blue White Shippo PY960 tray Japanese porcelain flower vaseVintage Japanese Porcelain Bowl This is a vintage Japanese porcelain small bowl (kobachi). A white glazed base with a striking bright blue design and brown rim, this bowl features the traditional shippo pattern. The outside edge has a subtle octagonal shape while the inside is round with a flat bottom. It is the right size for side dishes such as small salads, steamed dishes (vegetables, fish, tofu), small portions of fried foods, as well as desserts.