Rice bowl and lipped bowl SET -Blue and white pattery "cat" by Furyu-Kiln

A Hand-Painted Cat-Themed Tableware Set

Blending Tradition with Playful Artistry

Yoshinori Mitani, a skilled artisan based in Fushimi, Kyoto, operates Furyu Kiln.

After years of training at a Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware kiln specializing in tea ceremony utensils, Mitani became an independent artist, mastering the traditional blue-and-white sometsuke technique to depict cats with remarkable detail.

This charming tamago kake gohan (Japanese rice with raw egg) set includes a spouted bowl for cracking eggs and a small rice bowl, each adorned with delightful hand-painted illustrations.

A cat holding a chicken is playfully depicted on the spouted bowl—ready to collect its egg.

The delicate brushwork captures the cat’s whimsical expression, framed by traditional Japanese motifs that add a timeless charm.

Mitani’s work beautifully embodies the spirit of Kyo-ware and Kiyomizu-ware—infusing modern storytelling into traditional craftsmanship.

The rice bowl features a satisfied cat, full and content after a delicious meal.

Crafted using the durable sometsuke painting technique, this set is both microwave and dishwasher safe.

Designed for daily use, it maintains its beauty over time.

Owner's Comment

This delightful set features a playful storytelling element—starting with the cat collecting an egg and ending with a satisfied meal.

The back of the pieces even features tiny paw prints, adding an extra touch of charm.

A perfect everyday companion for cat lovers who appreciate handcrafted ceramics.