Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces] Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces]
Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces] Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces]
Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces] Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces]
Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces] Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces]
Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces] Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces]
Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces] Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces]
Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces] Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces]
Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces] Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces]
Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces] Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces]

Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces]

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Set of 3 Chopsticks Rests Mini Plates • Mino Ware Porcelain • Dimensions: 3.7 x 2.8 inches • Made in Japan
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Set the Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set on your dining table and transform a simple meal into a moment of artistry. Each high-quality porcelain piece, crafted in Japan, features unique watercolor-inspired bird motifs that add elegance to any dining experience.

With three pieces included, this set offers both functionality and beauty, perfect for showcasing appetizers or resting chopsticks. Elevate your table settings with these artisanal treasures and enjoy everyday meals with a touch of sophistication.

Why You’ll Love It

    • Delicate porcelain plates from the Mino region.
    • Gentle watercolor birds evoke serene dining moments.
    • Perfectly sized for appetizers or small treats.
    • Handcrafted artistry transforms meals into special gatherings.
    • Chopstick rests included for effortless dining elegance.

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    Product Description

    Transform your dining experience with the Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set, featuring delicately painted birds that add a tranquil touch to your table. Made in Japan, this set includes three mini plates that double as chopstick rests, measuring approximately 3.7 x 2.8 x 0.8 inches (95 x 70 x 20 mm) and weighing just 1.76 ounces (50 g), making them lightweight yet robust for both casual dining and special gatherings.

    Each plate showcases soft kotori designs in gentle, watercolor-like hues, providing visual appeal while seamlessly integrating with your home decor. The thoughtfully designed protruding section serves as both a handle and a chopstick rest.

    The Mino Birds plates are microwave-safe and dishwasher-friendly, ensuring convenience without sacrificing style. Each piece embodies the durability characteristic of Mino ware, promising longevity in your kitchenware collection. These plates make ideal gifts for those who appreciate fine craftsmanship, although specific packaging details are not provided.

    Whether hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet meal, these artisan-made mini plates invite conversation. Their graceful aesthetic reflects a genuine love for nature and craftsmanship, allowing you to cherish simple moments while sharing meals with loved ones.

    Product Information

    Dimensions: 3.7 in x 2.8 in x 0.8 in / 95 mm x 70 mm x 20 mm
    Weight: Approx. 1.8 oz / 50 g
    Material: Porcelain
    Craft: Mino Ware
    Made in Gifu Prefecture, Japan

    Care instructions
    • Gently wipe clean with a soft, damp cloth after each use.
    • Microwave safe for reheating only; avoid prolonged exposure to high heat.
    • Dishwasher safe; place securely to prevent chipping.
    • Store in a dry place, ideally in the original packaging to protect delicate designs.
    • Handle with care to maintain the beauty of the watercolor-inspired artwork.
    Artisan & Craft
    Artisan & Craft

    These miniature plates and chopstick rests are crafted in the tradition of Mino ware, one of Japan’s most important ceramic styles produced in Gifu Prefecture for over 1,300 years.

    Known for their warmth, versatility, and everyday usability, Mino ceramics account for a large share of Japan’s tableware and are loved for pieces that blend craftsmanship with daily life.

    Inspired by the small birds often seen in Japanese art and seasonal table settings, these delicate forms capture the playful spirit of handmade ceramics while remaining practical—perfect for resting chopsticks or serving small bites.

    Note

    Introducing the Mino Birds Mini Plates & Chopstick Rests Set [3 pieces], a beautifully artisan-made collection that celebrates the charm of handcrafted craftsmanship. Each piece in this set may exhibit subtle differences and imperfections, which are not flaws but rather part of the unique character that makes every item special. Embrace the beauty of individuality as these delightful mini plates and chopstick rests bring a touch of artisanal elegance to your dining experience.

    Mino ware · Gifu, Japan

    Mino ware: 1,300 years of ceramic innovation

    Made across the Tōnō region of eastern Gifu, Mino ware is not defined by a single look. Its strength lies in remarkable diversity. More than 1,300 years of ceramic production reached an especially creative period around the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries, when Shino, Oribe, Kiseto and Setoguro helped reshape the aesthetics of Japanese tea ware. That freedom of form, glaze and expression remains at the heart of Mino ceramics today.

    1,300+ years of ceramic tradition
    Made in Gifu Tōnō ceramic region
    Remarkable diversity Shino · Oribe · Kiseto · Setoguro
    Mino ware · Gifu Prefecture · Japan

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    Learn more about Mino ware

    What is Mino ware?

    Mino ware, or Minoyaki, is the broad ceramic tradition associated with the Mino region of present-day Gifu Prefecture. Rather than describing one fixed aesthetic, the name encompasses ceramics with a wide range of forms, glazes and decorative approaches developed across the region over more than 1,300 years.

    Why is Mino ware so diverse?

    Mino developed as a large ceramic-producing region rather than around one narrowly defined style. Generations of potters experimented with different clays, firing methods, shapes and glazes, creating a tradition in which rustic tea wares, expressive glazes and practical everyday tableware can all belong to the same ceramic family.

    What are Shino and Oribe?

    Shino and Oribe are two of the best-known ceramic traditions associated with Mino. Shino is celebrated for its soft white glaze, subtle texture and often understated decoration, while Oribe is known for expressive forms and distinctive green, black and painted surfaces. Together with Kiseto and Setoguro, they are closely associated with the celebrated Momoyama-period tea ceramics of the Mino region.

    Where is Mino ware made?

    Mino ware is produced primarily in the Tōnō area of eastern Gifu Prefecture, including major ceramic centres such as Tajimi, Toki and Mizunami. The region remains one of Japan's most important centres of ceramic and tableware production today.