Five individual plates made in the 1990s by Zohiko, a long-established company with a 300-year history. The deep vermillion adds a touch of quality to the table. The edges are adorned with elegant gold, creating a high-quality and refined appearance. The beautiful balance of soft curves without corners and a calm square shape is striking. On the back, the gold seal (round elephant crest) of Zohiko from the 1990s, which is rarely seen now, is carefully stamped, quietly telling the story of Zohiko's dignity at the time. Beautiful t溜 color Refined lacquer Unused Wooden box included Original seal from the time These items, which have all of the above, are highly valued as vintage Zohiko and add a touch of class not only as sweet plates but also as small plates for drinking parties, dim sum, and kaiseki cuisine, exuding a presence that elegantly arranges the table. For dried sweets, Japanese sweets, and Western sweets. Since Christmas is approaching, I put a French pain d'épices, a traditional sweet from the Alsace region [a sweet that eats the aroma] (second to last photo). While having a Japanese tableware taste, it is a masterpiece that easily accepts Western sweets for Christmas, such as stollen, with the arrangement of branches. Can be widely used for appetizers and hospitality. Also adds a touch of glamour as a serving plate for New Year's decorations (last photo). As a symbolic design of the 90s, which differs from the current thickness of the lacquer, it is a work highly evaluated by collectors. After purchase, it was stored as an unused item, only opened. "Individual plates from the 90s, where Zohiko's quality is most evident. The deep luster of the t溜 lacquer and the elegance of the gold rim are beautiful, and the set of 5 unused plates with a wooden box is very rare. *The wrapping paper has become a little worn out during the putting in and taking out for this listing, but the lacquer surface is clear and maintains a moist luster, and it remains in a beautiful condition even after 30 years. Size: 13.5cm