This salad plate is decorated with the Räsymatto motif. It’s dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe; glazed colors and pattern remain vibrant.

Size: 8 in diameter/20 cm
Material: white stoneware
Care: Oven Safe. Microwave Safe. Freezer Safe. Dishwasher Safe.

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Oiva / Siirtolapuutarha Salad/luncheon Plate

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Serving Platters

Multi-Purpose Glasses

For hot and cold drinks, for dips, for sauces. You name it.

The Pavina Double Wall Glasses keep hot drinks hot without burning fingers and cold drinks cold without messy condensation, making them the ideal vessels for every beverage, from cocktails to cocoa. So you’ll only need to buy one type of glass for your home! Features:
Features

Individually mouth-blown by expert artisans, Bodum's proprietary Double Wall Glasses feature two walls of borosilicate glass, creating a highly effective layer of insulation.
Silicone valve at base allows for changes in pressure
Also perfect for serving ice cream and soups
Dishwasher, microwave safe, freezer and oven safe (up to 350°F/176°C)

Pavina Double Wall Glasses, 2/set - Assorted Sizes

Size

Drink & Glassware

If It's Good Enough for Jay-Z and Beyonce...

The Straw Sippy Cup featured on ABC's hit show, Shark Tank - Funded by Mark Cuban and Robert Herjavec.
The Straw Sippy Cup's flexible straw has a weighted end that anchors in the liquid to help young children drink effectively, even when the cup is tilted. The straw is valve-free, making it easy for young children to sip and easy for parents to clean.
The handle detaches with a simple twist for placement in most cup holders. Minimal parts make the cup easy to clean, and a straw-cleaning brush is included for added convenience.
All materials and parts are FDA-approved and meet/exceed the US Consumer Product Safety Commission's standards.

Age: 9+ months
Material: BPA-free, BPS-free, phthalate-free
Size:  296 ml | 6.25 in x 3.25 in x 6.25 in

The Straw Sippy - Multiple Colors

A strong, yet elegant addition to any room
Nambu cast iron was first made in the middle of the 17th century in Iwate, Northern Japan, the area with rich natural resource material. A master from Kyoto was summoned by the lord to create an iron pot for tea ceremony, and it was the beginning of Nambu cast iron. It became exemplary of Japanese traditional craft, and is still popular today.
A master craftsman of Nambu Tekki; traditional Japanese cast iron, Nobuho Miya creates kitchenware and housewares at his ironware studio, Kamasada.
Kamasada studio is founded in Morioka around Meiji Era - 19 th century.
Nobuho Miya is a 3 rd generation of Master craftsman
Size: 7"H
Material: Cast iron, wood

Cast Iron Sculpture, Stylized Bird

Title

Sculptures

Paper Worthy of National Japanese Design Designation

These original memo blocks are attached to a thick base made from recycled cardboard. They are perfect for those who want to be environmentally conscious yet stylish at the same time. Made entirely in Tokyo by professional craftspeople. Each block is carefully made one at a time in order to guarantee quality.
The memo blocks are handled with care throughout production, from the initial material selection to the finishing process. There are three sizes available – the small is a perfect square, the medium is a rectangle, and the large is a long rectangle. All three sizes of the Memo Blocks come in three colors – white, black, and gray. The red memo block, originally developed as a Christmas exclusive but added to the permanent collection, is only available in small. Choose the color and size that suits your workspace the best.
The black memo block is a sleek notepad that is made with, as the name implies, black sheets of paper. It may seem a bit difficult to use, however you can write on this block with a pencil, white colored pencil, or gel pen. When you use a pencil, your writing will appear silver. Stationery made with black paper is a bit rare – it's sure to be a conversation starter.
The side view shows a beautiful contrast of two colors; the paperboard and the paper sheets.

Material - Japanese paper
Size -

Memo Block Small: 4 ¼ x 4 ¼ x 1 ⅝ in(107 x 107 mm); 350 sheets
Memo Block Medium: 5 ⅞ x 4 ¼ x 1 ⅝ in (150 x 107 mm); 350 sheets
Memo Block Large: 10 ⅛ x 3 x 1 ⅝ in (257 x 75 mm); 350 sheets

Japanese Memo Block, Assorted Sizes & Colors

Notebooks & Journals

Fill It with Your Favorite Stories and Share with Good Company

Sami Ruotsalainen designed this teapot as part of the Oiva dinnerware collection. The clean lines and serene character are inspired by Japanese design. Maija Louekari created her Räsymatto pattern to complement its simplicity and tranquility. Made with white stoneware, this three-piece teapot has a natural wood handle for pouring. Take off the lid to remove the stoneware tea strainer. All these details work together to brew the perfect cup of tea. The graphic Räsymatto pattern of the Siirtolapuutarha teapot is a Maija Louekari design. Open up your cupboard, take out a cup and your favorite tea, and savor the moment.

Size: 23.7 oz/7 dl
Material: white stoneware
Care: Hand wash recommended

Oiva / Siirtolapuutarha Teapot

Teapots & Kettles

A Refind Study in Ergonomics and Hand Feel

Hakusan Porcelain's Fancy Cup set - 6 different designs in the set - was designed by Masahiro Mori and marketed as a high-end design item at its release in 1970. Its allure lies in the beauty of its thin and light porcelain body, its smoothness and gloss, and its unique form. Ideal for cold drinks because of its thin porcelain, it can also be used as a vase or a design object. This ergonomic cup is highly recommended as a gift!

Masahiro Mori's designs are known throughout the world. His revolutionary designs combined traditional pieces with a modern aesthetic making them elegant yet simple, artistic yet functional. These timeless pieces will quickly become one of your favorites. Made in Japan.

Material: Ceramic
Size: 10 oz | 2 ¾ inch diameter x 4 ½ inch high
Care: Microwave and dishwasher safe

Japanese Porcelain 'fancy Cups'

Pattern

Tea Cups

Designed by the renowned Japanese designer, Sory Yanagi, these flexible stainless steel tongs are essential kitchen tools. Made of a single sheet of 18/10 Japanese steel, they are tapered to fit the hand and easy to clean. Made for both cooking and serving. Dishwasher safe.

"5 Favorites: Kitchen Tongs" - Remodelista
Designer: Sori Yanagi
Material: Stainless Steel
Size: 11.8 x 3.1 x 1.4 in; 3.5 oz
Care: Dishwasher safe

Solid Stainless Steel Tongs

Tabletop & Dining

Clean Lines. Multi-Functional. Material and Texture. Made in Japan.

The small Bowl-Tall works well in a nesting set of Bowl-Tall bowls or as a sleek, straight-edge soup and cereal bowl. Use any Hasami 5 5/8 inch porcelain or wood lid/tray as a coaster or lid.
The Hasami Porcelain is a modular, multi-functional dinnerware and serving system. Plates are also lids and trays. A milk creamer jug is also a sauce pitcher. A small lid fits the sugar pot that can also be a salt cellar or an amuse-bouche plate.

Hasami, Nagasaki is one of the foremost pottery districts in Japan. Porcelain was first made in the area almost 400 years ago, during the Edo Period, and was not only distributed all over Japan but also exported to Europe through the port of Nagasaki.
Mix and Match

Explore the whole Hasami Porcelain collection at Placwares.
Tactile. Simple. Usable.

Size: 5 5/8 x 2 7/8 in Material: Japanese porcelain Care: Dishwasher safe

Bowl-tall, Small - Black

Serving Bowls

Clean Lines. Multi-Functional. Material and Texture. Made in Japan.

The Plate, Extra Large is your everyday dinner plate. It also functions as a smaller serving platter.
Hasami Porcelain is a modular, multi-functional dinnerware and serving system. Plates are also lids and trays. A milk creamer jug is also a sauce pitcher. A small lid fits the sugar pot that can also be a salt cellar or an amuse-bouche plate.

Hasami, Nagasaki is one of the foremost pottery districts in Japan. Porcelain was first made in the area almost 400 years ago, during the Edo Period, and was not only distributed all over Japan but also exported to Europe through the port of Nagasaki.
Mix and Match

Explore the whole Hasami Porcelain collection at Placewares.
Tactile. Simple. Usable.

Size: 10 D x 7/8 H in
Material: Japanese porcelain Care: Dishwasher safe

Plate, Extra Large, Dinner - Black

Clean Lines. Multi-Functional. Material and Texture. Made in Japan.

The medium Bowl-Tall works well in a nesting set of Bowl-Tall bowls or as a sleek, straight-edge pasta or serving bowl. Use any Hasami 7 3/8 inch porcelain or wood lid/tray as a coaster or lid.
The Hasami Porcelain is a modular, multi-functional dinnerware and serving system. Plates are also lids and trays. A milk creamer jug is also a sauce pitcher. A small lid fits the sugar pot that can also be a salt cellar or an amuse-bouche plate.

Hasami, Nagasaki is one of the foremost pottery districts in Japan. Porcelain was first made in the area almost 400 years ago, during the Edo Period, and was not only distributed all over Japan but also exported to Europe through the port of Nagasaki.
Mix and Match

Explore the whole Hasami Porcelain collection at Placwares.
Tactile. Simple. Usable.

Size: 7 3/8 D x 2 7/8 in H Material: Japanese porcelain Care: Dishwasher safe

Bowl-tall, Medium - Black

The Hoso Tokusa Collection provides a unique design from the Japanese company Miya. This Hoso Tokusa Bowl is light in weight and practical for everyday use.

4.25" diameter.
Microwave, dishwasher safe.
Made in Japan.

Hoso Tokusa Bowl

Blue and white for everyone! Clean lines and classic blue & white combination makes this charming series a keeper! This cup is traditionally used as a soba dipping bowl, but it can also be used for any type of dipping sauce, side dressing, snacks, candy, spices or even as a teacup. Mix and match with the other coordinating tea / soba cups to brighten up your table.
Material: Ceramic
Size: 6 oz | 3 ¼ inch diameter x 2 ¾ inch high
Care: Microwave and dishwasher safe

Sou Raku Tea And Soba Cup

The double-wall technique allows the creation of objects that are hollow inside and therefore very light despite their volume, as in this elegant and formal study of the simplicity of the bowl archetype.
Thermo insulated double wall bowl in 18/10 stainless steel mirror polished. Diameter (inches): 9 ¾" Height: 3"

Double Thermo Insulated Double Bowl

Eye Opener

In the Räsymatto pattern on this Oiva bowl you can see a rag rug placed on the floor of a garden cottage, with rays of sun dancing on its figures. The bowl is made of dishwasher, oven, microwave and freezer proof white stoneware.
Material: white stoneware
Size: 3 high x 5 diameter inch.
Care: Oven Safe. Microwave Safe. Freezer Safe. Dishwasher Safe.

Oiva / Siirtolapuutarha Bowl

Dining Bowls

Oven to table. Dressed up or casual

We love our Teema as much today as we did when we bought it

Designed by one of Iittala’s most iconic design heroes, Kaj Franck, each piece in the vast Teema collection is derived from three simple forms: circle, square, and rectangle. Safe for use in the oven, freezer, dishwasher, and microwave, the Teema mug is the perfect addition to any table setting.
Derived from the basic shapes of a circle, square and rectangle, Kaj Franck’s Teema Tableware exemplifies the removal of everything excessive, leaving only the essential. Teema tableware serves every need, from preparing to serving, offering timeless beauty that is both functional and sophisticated.
Shop the whole Teema collection

Size: 4.4 x 3.2 x 3.2 in (10 oz)/11.4 x 8.2 x 7.6 cm (.3 L)
Care: Dishwasher safe

Teema 10 Oz Mug, Assorted Colors

Coffee Mugs

Coasters that Work

Highest quality German merino wool felt coasters on the market

Wool is the most hydrophilic of all natural fibers, absorbing as much as 30% of its weight without feeling wet.
Graf & Lantz's traditional Bierfilzl are the highest quality German merino wool felt coasters on the market today. Their clean and minimal execution offers an unexpected textural and refined modern heritage element to any home decor. Each set includes 4 hand-cut heavy duty 5mm thick wool felt coasters. Traditionally used for beer mugs in Bavarian taverns until the late 19th century, felt coasters are functional, durable and sophisticated. Not surprising that to this day Bavarians call coasters of all kinds "bierfilzl" (beer felt).
They make a unique, desirable and thoughtful gift for yourself or your family and friends.
Placewares offers these signature Bierfilzl in an array of colors and shapes appeal to all home aesthetics.

5mm thick merino wool felt
4 per set
4 x 4 in

Made In USA

Square Multicolor Felt Coasters, 6-pack

Coasters

"Subverting the anxiety-inducing noise produced by typical kettles, Sapper's 1983 design includes a brass whistle that emanates a harmonic pitch." - Dwell
The 9091 was Alessi's first designer kettle, ushering in a long and successful tradition. The central element in the design is the brass whistle which, when the steam exits, produces a short and pleasant melody. Richard Sapper wanted to avoid the usual anxiety-generating noise produced by other kettles then on the market, and by following this exquisitely poetic philosophy he produced what is probably the first multisensory object for the kitchen.
Designer - Richard Sapper
Material - 18/10 stainless steel mirror polished with melodic whistle in brass and handle in PA, black.
Dimensions - Diameter (inches): 6½″; Height (inches): 7½″; Content (quarts): 2 qt 3 ¾ oz

9091 Kettle, Richard Sapper

This Braun travel alarm clock measures 56mm x 56mm x 31mm and is available in three colours. It has an easy to read dial layout, crescendo alarm and a quiet German precision quartz movement. Duracell battery included. 2 year warranty. A custom-designed Braun travel pouch is available to purchase from our accessories page.

Alarm clock
Crescendo alarm
Quiet German precision quartz movement

Braun Large Classic Alarm Clocks

Alarm Clocks

NychairX. A Japanese Design Classic

The original. Inspired by the folding form of a traditional director's chair, NychairX elevates the time-honored American classic. Laid-back and simple, it showcases Japanese designer Takeshi Nii's Danish heritage - dubbed after his family name and the Danish word for "new," ny - in a gracefully curved silhouette.
Stainless legs and a 100% sailcloth canvas hammock seat make the relaxed seat a high-class affair. The lightweight frame is easily folded and portable, making it a flexible option for any home.

Pair your NychairX Ottoman with the NychairX Rocking Chair which makes for a more relaxing experience.

Shop our whole NychairX collection for all styles and colors.

Designer: Takeshi Nii
Material: Stainless steel, birch, 100% cotton canvas
Size: 23”W x  26”D x  14”H (to the arms) | 34"H ( to the high back);
Seat Height: 13"H /Front, 8.66"H/Back
Capacity: 210 lbs

Nychairx Ottoman Replacement Cover - Multiple Colors

Ottomans

“Tenugui” are a type of traditional Japanese towel. Since tenugui have a smooth texture that is unlike typical Western terrycloth towels, they can be used in various ways other than just drying hands or bodies.
They are inexpensive and available throughout Japan, not just in special stores but also in souvenir corners or gallery shops.
Enjoy finding uses for this multi-purpose towel. We're sure you'll find it handy beyond the kitchen. As a handkerchief/wipe. For wrapping a special wine for a hostess gift. As a bandana or scarf. As a placemat. Or, even a wall hanging.
Material: 100% woven cotton
Size: 36" x 13"

Multi-purpose Japanese "tenugui" Cloth

Jim Isermann @ Placewares: Patterns & Products

Size: Fits 49 cm diameter tray. This price is for tray table base only. Tray sold separately.

Tray Table Base - Jim Isermann @ Placewares

Serving Trays

Tabletop aromatherapy
These Japanese cedar trivets quickly won our hearts. We found ourselves constantly smelling them. They smell beautifully of cedar, and have a lovely texture highlighting its soft and hardwoods.
Size: 6 x 6"
Material: Cedar

Japanese Cedar Trivet

Trivets

Birds by Toikka

Oiva Toikka 1972

Owlet brings a smile with his multicolored, dome-shaped body. His big, googly blue eyes accentuate his round head and small, baby owl size.
Birds by Toikka are individually handmade, mouth-blown glass art objects. A new bird has joined the collection annually since 1972. Like their counterparts in nature, each unique bird has its own personality. The vibrant, rounded Owlet is a favorite.
Professor Oiva Toikka is one of the greatest names in Finnish design. His iconic collection of Iittala Birds by Toikka first took flight back in 1972 with the creation of the small Flycatchers. Today Iittala Birds by Toikka can be found in the homes of collectors all over the world who enjoy them as simple reminders of the poetry of everyday life.
Drawing from nature and his passion for art glass, Toikka has created more than 400 birds over the last forty years. Iittala Birds by Toikka are all individually mouth-blown, making each one as unique as those who collect them. These lovely little creatures are treasured objects of art that are sure to bring joy to any house, office or space they call home.

Part of the Birds by Toikka collection .
Size: 3 x 4.25 in/75 x 105 mm
Care: Handwash only

Owlet

Home Decor

This mug is decorated with the Räsymatto pattern in white and pink. It is made of white stoneware that is dishwasher, oven, microwave and freezer proof. The Räsymatto (rag rug) pattern inspired by allotment gardening, is linked to topical themes like sustainable living and the joy of working with your hands. Allotments, with their flower and vegetable beds, represent urban nature at its best, and rag rug on the floor of an allotment cottage tells a colorful story of its own.

Size: 8.45 oz/2.5 dl
Material: White stoneware
Care: Oven, microwave, freezer, dishwasher, and food safe

Oiva / Siirtolapuutarha Mug

Coasters that Work

Highest quality German merino wool felt coasters on the market

Wool is the most hydrophilic of all natural fibers, absorbing as much as 30% of its weight without feeling wet.
Graf & Lantz's traditional Bierfilzl are the highest quality German merino wool felt coasters on the market today. Their clean and minimal execution offers an unexpected textural and refined modern heritage element to any home decor. Each set includes 4 hand-cut heavy duty 5mm thick wool felt coasters. Traditionally used for beer mugs in Bavarian taverns until the late 19th century, felt coasters are functional, durable and sophisticated. Not surprising that to this day Bavarians call coasters of all kinds "bierfilzl" (beer felt).
They make a unique, desirable and thoughtful gift for yourself or your family and friends.
Placewares offer these signature Bierfilzl in an array of colors and shapes appeal to all home aesthetics.

5mm thick merino wool felt
4 per set
4 x 4 in

Made In USA

Square Solid Felt Coasters, 4-pack

Fill It with Your Favorite Stories and Share with Good Company
Sami Ruotsalainen designed this teapot as part of the Oiva dinnerware collection. The clean lines and serene character are inspired by Japanese design. He handpicked Maija Isola's beloved Unikko pattern to complement its simplicity and tranquility. Made with white stoneware, this three-piece teapot has a natural wood handle for pouring. Take off the lid to remove the stoneware tea strainer. All these details work together to brew the perfect cup of tea.
Material: white stoneware
Capacity: 23.67 oz/7 dl
Care: Hand wash recommended

Unikko Teapot

Citrus basket in stainless steel with wire work. In production since 1952, this bowl has become a classic, a true archetype of bar service "essential" objects, with its proportions, lightness and function the inspiration behind all the fruit bowls in the Alessi catalogue.
Designer - Ufficio Tecnico Alessi
Material - 18/10 stainless steel mirror polished
Dimensions - 8 ¾ inches diameter; 8 ¾ inches height

370 Citrus Basket

Serving Baskets

Birds by Toikka

Oiva Toikka 1972

Barn Owl is a symbol of wisdom and good fortune. His vivid colors come from the glass itself, not from paint. Filigree tape has been used to create the bird’s rich plumage.
The individually handmade, mouth-blown glass owl is a symbol of wisdom and good fortune. Its vivid colors come from the glass itself, not from paint. Filigree tape has been used to depict the bird’s rich plumage.
Professor Oiva Toikka is one of the greatest names in Finnish design. His iconic collection of Iittala Birds by Toikka first took flight back in 1972 with the creation of the small Flycatchers. Today Iittala Birds by Toikka can be found in the homes of collectors all over the world who enjoy them as simple reminders of the poetry of everyday life.
Drawing from nature and his passion for art glass, Toikka has created more than 400 birds over the last forty years. Iittala Birds by Toikka are all individually mouth-blown, making each one as unique as those who collect them. These lovely little creatures are treasured objects of art that are sure to bring joy to any house, office or space they call home.

Part of the Birds by Toikka collection.
Size: 4 x 6 in/100 x 155 mm

Care: Handwash only

Barn Owl

Colorful mouth-blown glass for any table, any day. Designed by Anu Penttinen, Sukat makkaralla ("Socks Rolled Down") glassware is straightforward in spirit and complex in form - unique, self-confident individuals who say every day is a cause for celebration. This stemware looks great clear or colored. And who says that all glasses have to match? Boldly mixing shades and tints makes for a stunning table.

Size: 10.5 oz/3 dl; 3.54in/9 cm diameter; 5.51 in/14 cm high
Material: Glass Care: Dishwasher safe