Japanese Deep Plate, Whale and Waves

A whale diving among the waves, in the hollow of a blue and white plate.

The decoration fills the whole interior: a large dark whale stands out against blue waves with curling crests, drawn in fine white lines. The drawing plays on the contrast between the dark mass of the animal and the lightness of the foam, giving the scene a lot of movement.

The raised rim is edged with a deep, streaked blue that frames the decoration like a closing wave. The underside stays white and plain.

Its high sides and a capacity of about 640 ml make it a very practical deep plate: Japanese curry, dishes in sauce, pasta, mixed salads or a little broth. At 21.7 cm in diameter, it works as a main plate or as an individual serving dish.

In Japan, a country surrounded by the sea, marine patterns are everywhere in tableware. This plate matches the large soup bowl with the same whale decoration for a coordinated set.

Highlights

• Whale pattern: a large dark whale among blue waves.
• Deep plate: raised sides for dishes in sauce.
• Good capacity: about 640 ml.
• Streaked blue rim: it frames the decoration.
• Porcelain: for everyday use, made in Japan.

Product information

• Type: Japanese deep plate
• Material: porcelain
• Origin: Japan (Toki-Tajimi area, Gifu Prefecture, home of Mino ware)
• Dimensions: Ø 21.7 cm, height 5.3 cm
• Capacity: about 640 ml
• Colours: blue, white, black
• Pattern: whale and waves
• Finish: glazed
• Care: dishwasher and microwave safe
• Style: graphic Japanese

How to use

Pair it with the large soup bowl with the same whale pattern for a matching set. A curry or stir-fried noodles look particularly good on the blue and white background.

Frequently asked questions

What is the capacity of the plate?

About 640 ml, for 21.7 cm in diameter and 5.3 cm in height.

Are there other pieces with the same pattern?

Yes, the shop also offers a large soup bowl with the whale and waves decoration.

Is this plate dishwasher and microwave safe?

Yes. Being porcelain, it can go in the dishwasher and the microwave.