This is a set of five small plates featuring the vibrant colors characteristic of Kutani-yaki and the elegant form of a seashell. These auspicious seashell-shaped plates are a rare find. In Kutani-yaki, this specific design (a variation of the seashell-shaped plate) is now only available as antique or vintage items, making them a piece with significant charm. The design will brighten up your dining table. They are perfect as small plates for serving, as soy sauce dishes for sashimi, or for holding Japanese sweets or snacks, offering versatile use. • Markings: The red "九谷" (Kutani) characters on the back are a signature style often seen on Kutani-yaki products from the Showa era onwards. • "A rare vintage seashell design that is hard to find nowadays." • "A rare and valuable set of five Kutani-yaki plates from the Showa era." • "With a retro design that is no longer in production, these plates are also recommended for collectors." ■ Condition of the Product • Usage: Used a few times and then carefully stored. • Surface: There are extremely faint scratches that are only visible depending on the light, but there is no water staining, and the overall condition is glossy and very clean. • Back: There are no noticeable stains or chips on the foot of the plates, and they are clean (see photos). • Painting: The thick, characteristic Kutani-yaki coloring remains intact. The condition is close to unused, so you can use them with peace of mind. ※ Please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for a perfect item, as these have been stored at home for a long time. We appreciate your understanding. ■ Size (approx.) Width: 12.7cm ■ Shipping To prevent breakage, each plate will be carefully wrapped in cushioning material (bubble wrap) and shipped via anonymous delivery, Takkyubin Compact. We also have other Japanese tableware and ceramics, such as Arita-yaki, Kutani-yaki, Kutani Seiko, Kazangama, and Fukagawa Seiji, which is used by the Imperial Household Agency, as well as lacquerware. • If you purchase multiple items, the shipping cost may be reduced by combining them. • If you comment with the names of the products you want, we will propose a combined price, so please feel free to contact us! #Kutani-yaki #JapaneseTableware #SmallPlates #ServingPlates #SmallDishes #Crafts #Ko-Kutani #WaModern #SeashellPlates #SetDishes #Vintage #KutaniVintage