Snowflake Sauce Dish

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Description

The Snowflake Sauce Dish brings refined elegance to the table with its Yukiwa snowflake motif, a design cherished in Japan since the Edo period. Its softly scalloped edges echo the beauty of falling snow, creating a graceful form that feels both timeless and serene. Artisans enhance the dish with a subtle glaze, allowing the delicate silhouette to take center stage.

Compact yet versatile, this piece is ideal for serving soy sauce, condiments, or small sweets, and equally fitting for refined presentations such as amuse-bouche or delicate truffles. The raised rim provides gentle depth while highlighting the refined artistry of Nabeshima ware.

The Snowflake Sauce Dish is more than a vessel for food. It is a celebration of seasonal beauty, inviting quiet moments of appreciation at the dining table. Whether enjoyed in daily meals or during festive occasions, it brings a touch of Japanese tradition and understated sophistication to every setting.

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Specifications

Dimension

4.3" D × 0.8" H (11 cm D × 2 cm H)

Weight

2.3 oz (65 g)

Material

Porcelain

Craft Type

Imari Nabeshima Ware

Brand

Seizan Kiln

More Details

Imari Nabeshima Ware

Imari Nabeshima ware originated in Okawachiyama, Saga Prefecture, during the early Edo period under the patronage of the Nabeshima clan. Produced exclusively for shoguns and feudal lords, it represented the height of Japanese porcelain artistry. Each piece was crafted with precision and decorated in styles such as iro-Nabeshima with overglaze enamel, ai-Nabeshima in cobalt blue, and Nabeshima seiji with a soft celadon finish. After the Meiji Restoration, new artisans continued its legacy, preserving the refined beauty and balance that define this distinguished tradition.

Shipping & Return

We offer a flat rate of USD $25 for shipping to the U.S., and Free Shipping on orders over USD $199.

Please note that we do not ship to P.O. Boxes or APO/FPO addresses due to FedEx’s policies.

Most items are dispatched from Japan within 1-2 business days after order confirmation, and we offer international shipping to customers worldwide.

You may return any items purchased from JOC Goods within 30 days of delivery. If the products are defective or damaged, we will cover the return shipping costs. For other returns, the cost of return shipping will be the customer's responsibility.

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FAQ

Are the small dents, pinholes, or texture marks on this ceramic piece a defect?

No. These marks are normal characteristics of handcrafted Japanese ceramics, formed during shaping, glazing, or firing in small kilns. Subtle dents, tiny pinholes, and slight texture variations are part of the artisan process — not defects. If you see clear cracks, chips, or peeling glaze, please email support@jocgoods.com with photos.

Are the small black or dark specks in the glaze safe?

Yes, the dark specks are safe. They are natural iron minerals in the clay that react during high-temperature firing, leaving small marks under the glaze. They do not affect food safety, durability, or performance, and are part of the organic character of handmade Japanese pottery.

Do your ceramic dishes contain lead or cadmium?

Some glazed ceramic pieces may contain trace amounts of lead or cadmium sealed beneath the glaze, at levels safe for food use. Japanese ceramic tableware is regulated under the Food Sanitation Act, which sets leaching limits for lead and cadmium in glazed tableware. Testing standards differ by country, so we cannot guarantee compliance with every regional regulation.

Why does each handcrafted bowl or plate look slightly different from the photo?

Each piece is shaped, glazed, and fired by hand in small artisan kilns across Japan, so subtle differences in color, glaze pattern, weight, and even rim shape are expected. No two pieces are identical. This natural variation is what makes each item one of a kind, not a quality flaw.

Even if a ceramic piece is dishwasher safe, should I still hand-wash it?

Dishwasher-safe pieces can go in the dishwasher, and doing so will not damage the glaze. That said, ceramic (earthenware) is more prone to chipping than porcelain, and pieces can knock against the rack or other dishes while loading and unloading — which is the most common cause of small chips. For longevity, hand-washing with warm water and a soft sponge is gentler.

Can I add a gift message to my order?

Yes. You may add a personalized gift message of up to 250 characters at checkout — it is printed on a card and included inside the package. Prices and order details are never shown on the card or anywhere in the shipment, so the recipient sees only your message and the gift itself.

Will my order be wrapped as a gift?

Yes. Every JOC Goods order is wrapped in a traditional Japanese furoshiki cloth before shipping at no extra charge — both gifts and personal orders. If your order includes many or large items, the furoshiki may be packed inside the box rather than wrapped around them. Prices are never included in any shipment.

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