Kinshodo Arita Ware Fukusuke Lucky Plate (with stand)

This cheerful Arita ware plate portrays a "お福さん" face; a jolly looking face based on "Fukusuke dolls", which are traditional Chinese dolls that are believed to bring good luck in Japan. The cute design is bound to bring a smile on your face. Whether you use it as a plate or place it on the included stand as a Japanese decoration to your room, it will improve the luck- and mood of those who see it!   

Kinshodo specializes in Arita ware. Arita ware is a Japanese style of porcelain crafts that originated in the Southern Saga perfection of Japan. Near the end of the 16th century, porcelain clay was discovered near Arita city and this started the porcelain production in Japan. Their elegant shapes, Western shapes and Chinese inspired designs quickly became popular both in- and outside of Japan and the name "Arita Ware" (also Imari ware) quickly spread internationally and were shipped from the Dutch outpost in nearby city Nagasaki. In 1977 it was officially recognized as an official traditionally Japanese craft.

Arita ware is known for being light, thin, solid and with a feeling that almost resembles glass. It is durable and water absorbent - making for great tableware.