Product Description

Transform your meals into a visual feast with the Asanoha Harmony Soy Sauce Dispenser. This exquisite piece of tableware, handcrafted in Japan, embodies the perfect blend of functionality and artistry. Its elegant design not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of your dining table but also serves a practical purpose, making it an essential accessory for home use and an impressive addition for entertaining guests in restaurants, inns, and hotels.

Artisan Craftsmanship and Modern Design

Made from fine porcelain, this soy sauce dispenser showcases the dual influences of Arita-yaki and Kutani-yaki styles. It features a clean white base adorned with delicate, hand-painted geometric fan motifs in vibrant hues of red, yellow, green, and blue. Measuring approximately 6 inches tall and holding a generous 8 ounces, the smooth, glossy finish reflects light beautifully, adding sophistication to any dining setting.

The rounded base, narrow neck, and soft, dome-shaped lid create a balanced, ergonomic design that allows effortless pouring. This thoughtful craftsmanship enhances your dining experience, ensuring that every drop of soy sauce or dressing is served with care and elegance.

Function Meets Aesthetics

Whether you're drizzling soy sauce over sushi, adding vinegar to a salad, or serving dressings at your next gathering, the Asanoha Harmony Soy Sauce Dispenser is your go-to solution. Its refined look also makes it a decorative piece, ideal for kitchen displays or dining tables. The cheerful, contemporary color palette effortlessly complements modern dining spaces, bridging traditional Japanese artistry with today's design sensibilities.

For care, simply hand wash with mild soap and avoid abrasive materials to maintain the integrity of the paint and porcelain. Enjoy the unique expressions created by natural variations in pottery, ensuring that no two pieces are exactly alike, adding to the charm of every dispenser.

Product Information

- Material: High-quality porcelain
- Dimensions: Approx. 5.5 in (H) x 3 in (W) / 14 cm (H) x 7.5 cm (W)
- Weight: Approx. 8 oz / 230 g
- Capacity: Approximately 6 oz / 180 ml
- Made in Japan
- Care Instructions: Microwave and dishwasher safe; not oven safe
- Packaging: Eco-friendly packing

Care instructions

### Care Instructions for Asanoha Harmony Soy Sauce Dispenser

- **Wipe Clean**: After each use, gently wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth to maintain its glossy finish.
- **Hand Wash Only**: For best results, hand wash with mild soap and warm water. Avoid using harsh detergents or abrasive sponges.
- **Avoid Heat**: Not suitable for use in the microwave or oven. Store away from direct heat sources.
- **Store Carefully**: Keep in a dry place, ideally in the original packaging, to protect from scratches and impacts.
- **Embrace Variations**: Each piece is unique due to the nature of pottery; appreciate the subtle color variations and slight size differences as expressions of craftsmanship.

Respecting the care of your Asanoha Harmony Soy Sauce Dispenser ensures its beauty and longevity, allowing you to enjoy its elegance for years to come.

Questions About This Piece

What does the asanoha pattern represent?
Asanoha is a traditional hemp-leaf pattern in Japan, often associated with growth and strength. Here, it’s used in a calm, balanced way that doesn’t feel decorative for decoration’s sake.
How does this dispenser handle everyday use?
It’s easy to hold and steady while pouring, making it comfortable to use at the table during regular meals.
Does the design work with modern tableware?
Yes. The geometric pattern feels traditional, but its symmetry and spacing pair well with both minimalist and classic dishes.
Can it be used for more than just soy sauce?
Many people use it for ponzu, vinegar, or light dressings—anything that benefits from a controlled pour.
What kind of home does this piece suit best?
It fits well in homes that favor simple, thoughtful tableware—pieces that feel intentional without drawing too much attention to themselves.
Arita, Saga Prefecture, birthplace of Japanese porcelain

Arita porcelain · Saga, Japan

Arita: the birthplace of Japanese porcelain

Arita is where Japanese porcelain first flourished in the early 1600s. Known for its fine white body, refined decoration and generations of specialist craftsmanship, Arita ware remains one of Japan’s most enduring ceramic traditions.

400+ years of porcelain tradition
Made in Saga Arita, Japan
Fine porcelain light, durable, refined
Arita · Saga Prefecture · Japan

Discover Arita

Learn more about Arita porcelain

What is Arita ware?

Arita ware is Japanese porcelain made in and around Arita, Saga Prefecture. The name covers a wide range of styles, from traditional blue-and-white designs to richly painted and contemporary pieces, united by the region's long porcelain-making tradition.

Why is Arita porcelain special?

Arita porcelain combines technical precision with a long tradition of decorative craftsmanship. Its fine, hard porcelain body allows for crisp forms and detailed decoration, while generations of specialist makers have developed distinctive glazing, painting and firing techniques.

Where is Arita ware made?

Arita ware is made in the town of Arita and the surrounding ceramic region of Saga Prefecture on Kyushu, in southern Japan. The area remains closely associated with porcelain production more than four centuries after the craft first developed there.

How is Arita porcelain different from other Japanese ceramics?

Arita ware is porcelain rather than stoneware or earthenware. Compared with many Japanese ceramic traditions, it tends to have a finer, lighter and more refined body, often with a bright white surface that provides an ideal base for detailed painted decoration.