Japanese Seigaiha wave bowls – Set of 3

Three bowls that hide a blue swell inside.

The inside is covered with the indigo blue seigaiha pattern: concentric arcs lined up like an endless swell. The outside, white speckled with blue, remains more understated. A dark rim edges the top.

Seigaiha means "waves of the blue sea". In Japan, this pattern symbolises peace and continuity.

The bowls are round, on a small foot. At 17.9 cm in diameter and 9 cm high, they are large enough for soup or noodles.

They come from the Toki-Tajimi region, Gifu Prefecture, home of Mino ceramics.

For soup, noodles or rice. Made in Japan.

Highlights

• Seigaiha pattern: waves, a symbol of peace and continuity.
• Two sides: indigo waves inside, white speckles outside.
• Dark rim: a clean outline that frames the decoration.
• Set of 3: for a small table.
• Generous size: 17.9 cm, for soup or noodles.

Product information

• Type: bowls, set of 3
• Material: porcelain
• Origin: made in Japan (Toki-Tajimi region, Gifu Prefecture, home of Mino ceramics)
• Dimensions: Ø 17.9 cm, height 9 cm
• Shape: round, small foot
• Colours: indigo blue and white, dark rim
• Pattern: seigaiha (waves) inside, speckled outside
• Finish: glazed
• Presentation: set of 3 bowls
• Style: traditional Japanese

How to use

A miso soup with toppings, udon or a bowl of rice with its side dishes: as you eat, the waves at the bottom are gradually revealed.

As for care, these porcelain bowls are dishwasher and microwave safe.

Frequently asked questions

What does seigaiha mean?

"Waves of the blue sea": in Japan, this pattern of concentric arcs symbolises peace and continuity.

Is the pattern on the outside?

No, the waves are on the inside; the outside is white speckled with blue.