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Products with Rice Bowls·Soup Bowls·Noodle Bowls·Side Dish Bowls·Dipping Bowls·Donburi Bowls in the name total 50 across 6 Living brands.

Latest reference date October 15, 2026 · Official store product information

HORIE TOUKIKitchenToolHT-26

When ordering multiple tableware items to make a set, can I choose products with the exact same color tone or size?

Customers looking to purchase tableware or teacups as a set naturally expect uniformity when placing them side by side on the dining table. When buying multiple ceramic pieces, they want to gauge the extent of the differences between items.

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Due to the kiln-firing process, the color tone and size vary slightly for each individual piece, and even if you order multiple items, they are shipped at random without being sorted to match specifications.

MaruhiroKitchenToolMAR-31

그릇이나 머그 바닥 안쪽 가운데가 살짝 볼록하게 올라와 있는 이유는 무엇인가요?

새 식기를 살펴보다 평평해야 할 바닥 중심이 살짝 솟아 있는 것을 보고 제작 결함인지 궁금해질 수 있습니다. 도자기를 굽는 과정에서 생기는 정상적인 형태인지 확인하려는 질문입니다.

[마루히로 하사미] SEASON01 밥공기 12cm (Limited peach)
[마루히로 하사미] SEASON01 블럭 머그 빅 (Limited peach)
[마루히로 하사미] SEASON01 블럭 머그 앤 소서 (Limited peach)
[마루히로 하사미] SEASON01 플레이트 (2size / Limited peach)
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가마 안에서 높은 온도로 구워지는 과정에서 도자기가 수축하며 바닥 가운데가 자연스럽게 솟아오르는 현상입니다.

These are rice and soup bowls featuring patterns imprinted on ceramic using the blueprint technique. They can be placed directly into the microwave and dishwasher, making them convenient for everyday table settings. You can choose from three patterns by Fumio Tachibana and an unpatterned plain design.

Why this product

We examined their practicality as everyday tableware and their ease of care.

  1. Everyday tableware care

    It is convenient for daily use as you can reheat food directly in the microwave or wash them in the dishwasher.

  2. Four design options

    It features three patterns—flowering branch, mirror, and windowsill—by artist Fumio Tachibana, alongside an unpatterned plain design.

  3. Ceramic and blueprint

    Patterns are imprinted onto a ceramic base using the blueprint technique.

This bowl has a diameter of 12cm and a height of 4.5cm, holding a capacity of 325ml. It can be stacked with the soup bowl and is versatile enough to be used as an appetizer plate, a side dish bowl, children's tableware, or a single-serving salad bowl. Being microwave- and dishwasher-safe, cooking and cleaning up are convenient.

Why this product

Chosen because it is versatile on the dining table and easy to handle.

  1. Versatile use

    With a size that can be stacked with the soup bowl, it is good to use for various purposes such as an appetizer plate, a side dish bowl, a single-serving salad bowl, and children's tableware.

  2. 325ml capacity

    With a diameter of 12cm and a height of 4.5cm, it can hold a capacity of 325ml.

  3. Microwave and dishwasher safe

    Can be used in the microwave and dishwasher, making it easy to reheat food and clean up.

HORIE TOUKIKitchenToolHT-23

Why is the bottom rim of the rice bowl unglazed?

When holding the bottom of the bowl, you may wonder if the finish is incomplete because the rough texture of the clay touches your fingertips, unlike the smooth upper surface.

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The bottom surface of the rice bowl is finished without glaze, so the rough texture inherent to clay can be felt, and this varies slightly from product to product.

HAKUSANKitchenToolHA-18

How is the 'hirachawan' mentioned in the description shaped differently from a regular rice bowl?

This is because when seeing the name hirachawan in the product description, it is difficult to gauge how its appearance or use differs from a regular rice bowl.

[하쿠산] HAKUSAN 블룸시리즈 밥공기, 국공기
[하쿠산] HAKUSAN 히라차왕(원형볼) P-4
[하쿠산] HAKUSAN 히라차왕(원형볼) ST-17
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Compared to a regular bowl, the hirachawan has a wider and flatter shape, so it presents food spread out rather than gathered together.

IgamonoKitchenToolIGA-31

Can I put leftover soup in the soup bowl directly on the gas stove to heat it up?

Because it is a ceramic bowl that looks like an earthen pot, it is easy to be confused about whether it can be heated directly over a gas flame. This makes one curious about the usable heat sources and precautions when heating soup.

[이가모노] 국공기 (블랙)
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The Igamono soup bowl can be cooked in a microwave and oven, but it cannot be placed directly over an open flame such as a gas stove or highlight to be heated.

This noodle bowl features hand-painted plant patterns. Measuring 18.5cm in diameter and 7.5cm in height, it is well-suited for serving noodle or soup dishes. It can be used in both the microwave and dishwasher, making it convenient to handle every day.

Why this product

We looked at the hand-painted patterns and the convenient usability in daily life.

  1. Hand-painted plant pattern

    Patterns modeled after plants and hand-painted are wrapped around the bowl.

  2. 18.5cm diameter size

    With specifications of 18.5cm in diameter and 7.5cm in height, it is suitable for serving noodle and soup dishes.

  3. Microwave and dishwasher compatible

    Both microwave and dishwasher safe, making it convenient to reheat food or clean up afterwards.

MaruhiroKitchenToolMAR-17

How does the surface of SEASON01 differ depending on the color?

Readers choosing a color may wonder what surface differences to look for in addition to the color itself.

[마루히로 하사미] SEASON01 국공기 15cm (Limited peach)
[마루히로 하사미] SEASON01 밥공기 12cm (Limited peach)
[마루히로 하사미] SEASON01 플레이트 (2size / Limited peach)
Based on retailer sources

Among the color options for SEASON01, Peach has a matte finish on plates, Blue may develop pinholes, and bright colors may have lighter rims.

HORIE TOUKIKitchenToolHT-11

Is it okay to soak a ceramic bowl in cold water right away for dishwashing after eating hot food?

Often, right after finishing a meal, people immediately fill the bowl with water to soak it before food residues dry. In such cases, one wonders about the care guidelines regarding whether it is fine to put a bowl that still retains heat straight into cold water.

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Because a sudden temperature change can cause hairline cracks on the surface, you should soak the bowl in water only after its heat has cooled down sufficiently.

This bowl features rounded edges and an inner contour, designed to stack neatly upward. With a 500ml capacity, it is well suited for serving single portions of soup dishes, salads, or cereal to the table. You can conveniently clean up by reheating food in the microwave or washing it in the dishwasher.

Why this product

Chosen because the process of serving a meal and clearing it away is comfortable.

  1. A capacity for soup and one-bowl dishes

    Filling about 80% of the total 500ml holds approximately 300ml. It is well suited for generously serving single portions of soup or stew, as well as salads and cereal.

  2. A neatly stackable structure

    The edges and interior are rounded, making it easy to scoop food. Identical bowls can be stacked neatly on top of each other, taking up less cupboard space during storage.

  3. Microwave and dishwasher compatible

    Cooled food can be placed straight into the microwave to reheat. After finishing a meal, it can be conveniently washed and put away using a dishwasher.

HORIE TOUKIKitchenToolHT-9

Why do the line thickness and degree of smudging on the dragon pattern of the hand-drawn rice bowl vary from bowl to bowl?

Some customers wonder if it is defective because the pattern's density or thickness differs between the detail photos and the actual product. An explanation is needed so they can understand the background of the differences seen in handmade ceramics and use it with peace of mind.

[호리에] 용 무늬 핸드드로잉 밥공기
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Due to the nature of the handmade process, where a person directly touches a brush by hand rather than printing in bulk by machine, the line thickness and density vary from bowl to bowl.

With a diameter of 12cm and a height of 4.5cm, this is a cozy bowl holding a capacity of 325ml of rice. Its rim and interior are rounded so the bowls can be stacked on top of each other. Being microwave and dishwasher safe, it is easily used for daily meals.

Why this product

Selected after carefully considering both ease of storage and everyday usability.

  1. A structure easy to stack

    The rim and interior are smoothly rounded, allowing bowls to be neatly stacked on top of each other. It is well-suited for making the most of tight space inside a cupboard.

  2. Dishwasher and microwave compatible

    Both the microwave and dishwasher can be used. From reheating cold rice right away to cleaning up after meals, everything finishes hassle-free.

  3. Small and shallow size

    It has a diameter of 12cm, a height of 4.5cm, and holds 325ml. It is just right for serving a light meal portion of rice or small side dishes.

This is a soup bowl wrapped in a blue hand-drawn pattern. Measuring 12cm in diameter and 9.6cm in height with a 450ml capacity, its bottom foot supports the bowl. Both microwave and dishwasher safe, it is convenient to take out and use every day.

Why this product

Selected after examining its blue-line hand-drawn pattern and everyday usability.

  1. Blue-line hand-drawn pattern

    A hand-drawn pattern rendered in blue lines wraps around the surface.

  2. Generous soup bowl dimensions

    With a diameter of 12cm, a height of 9.6cm, and a 450ml capacity, it holds a generous amount of soup.

  3. Effortless everyday care

    Both microwave and dishwasher safe, making meal prep and cleanup easy.

Nakagawa Masashichi ShotenKitchenToolNMS-1

What kind of process is the 'medome' (sealing) mentioned in the descriptions of earthenware vessels or rice cookers?

When acquiring ceramic tableware or cooking utensils, you often come across instructions to go through medome before using them for the first time. As it is an unfamiliar term, it makes you want to check exactly what the process is and why it is necessary.

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Medome is a preliminary preparation process that fills the microscopic pores on the rough clay surface with starch to help prevent food from soaking in or causing stains and mold.

This is a 200ml rice bowl featuring hand-drawn patterns. Measuring 11.7cm in diameter and 6cm in height, it holds a single serving of rice and can be used in microwaves and dishwashers.

Why this product

Chosen for its single-bowl serving capacity, everyday practicality, and hand-drawn lines.

  1. A single bowl of 200ml

    It holds 200ml in a size of 11.7cm in diameter and 6cm in height.

  2. Usable in two appliances

    It can be placed and used in both microwaves and dishwashers.

  3. Lines that vary by bowl

    Because it is handmade, the line thickness, color depth, and placement may vary by bowl, or slight smudging may occur.

HAKUSANKitchenToolHA-1

Will the bottom foot of the bowl stain if it comes into contact with kimchi broth or seasonings?

When stacking bowls after a meal or serving food, it is easy to get seasoning on the bottom foot, which makes one wonder if the exposed clay area might get stained.

[하쿠산] HAKUSAN 히라차왕(원형볼) E-10
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Care is required because unglazed areas, such as the foot and bottom surface of HAKUSAN bowls, can be stained by seasonings.

It is a hand-shaped, kiln-fired ceramic bowl with an opening that flares outward, making it suitable for serving rice bowls or soupy dishes. With an 820ml capacity, it can be generously filled with food, and since it is microwave- and dishwasher-safe, maintenance is easy.

Why this product

Chosen for its size that fully holds a single-bowl meal and the natural texture inherent to ceramics.

  1. Generous capacity

    Based on manufacturer specifications, it holds 820ml, making it suitable for serving single-bowl dishes generously.

  2. Convenient washing and reheating

    Because it is both microwave- and dishwasher-safe, it is convenient for reheating cooled food or cleaning up after a meal.

  3. Variations arising from the process

    Due to the hand-shaping and firing process, the thickness of blue lines, distribution of spots, color, and size vary slightly from product to product.

MaruhiroKitchenToolMAR-3

They are from the same BARBAR line, but can both the noodle bowls and the soba cups be put in the dishwasher?

Since they are tableware from the same series, it is easy to think they would share the same care instructions. This question is to confirm whether it is safe to put both dishes into the dishwasher together.

[마루히로 하사미] BARBAR AIKOMA 아이코마 낮은 면기
[마루히로 하사미] BARBAR IROHA 면기 (3type)
[마루히로 하사미] BARBAR SOBA CHOCO 화이트패턴 소바컵 (5type)
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The Iroha noodle bowl and the Aikoma low noodle bowl can be used in the dishwasher, but the soba cup cannot be used in the dishwasher and must be washed by hand.

Clay rich in organic matter is coated with green glaze and fired at high temperatures for over 48 hours. Measuring 12cm in diameter and 5.3cm in height, it holds 120ml of food. It is used in situations where it is placed directly into the microwave or oven to reheat or cook food.

Why this product

We looked at uses where food goes straight to the dining table without being transferred to another container.

  1. Microwave and oven safe

    It can be placed in the microwave and oven to reheat or cook food.

  2. 48-hour high-temperature fired glaze

    Clay rich in organic matter is coated with far-infrared glaze and fired at high temperatures for over 48 hours.

  3. 120ml capacity and dimensions

    Measuring 12cm in diameter and 5.3cm in height, it holds a capacity of 120ml.