May 2009

Mangrove Gravy Boat

Mangrove Gravy Boat, pewter with sterling silver finish. From Grant Dawson Endangered Species Collection.

Wooden Sake Set

Eziba’s wooden set of choko (small cups) and a tokkuri (flask). Sake used to be stored in big casks made of Sugi-Japanese cedar to impart a distinctive cinnamon-like flavor.    

Tori Richard

Tori Richard has been designing sophisticated resort wear for over 50 years. Vintage looks and fabrics. Classic embroidery. Contemporary styling. 100% silk or silk and cotton blend jacquard. Pigment dye gives rich color and character.

Hakusan Ceramics

Porcelain bird by Hakusan Ceramics, Japan. From Saikai Toki Trading.

Sake Cups

Japanese red lacquer tray with inlaid cherrybark. Sake cups are keyaki wood with red lacquer interior. From Kotobuki Trading.

Short Sleeves Kokeshi Dolls

Ornamental Kokeshi dolls from Japan. Handmade from wood and handpainted. These ladies are called “Short Sleeves”. From Greeting Life America.