Vintage Japanese Serving Plate, Akahada Ware Japanese Furniture An antique Japanese choba dansu

An antique Japanese choba dansu (merchant's storage chest)

The basket is constructed in the midare-ami (random weaving) style

glossy black glaze showing subtle pinholes and cratering from the kiln

lush plants

This piece exemplifies the work of Masao Mamiya (1921–2008)

Vintage Japanese Serving Plate, Akahada Ware Japanese Furniture An antique Japanese choba dansuHandcrafted Akahada(red skin) Ware serving plate by Akiyama Oshio, from Nara prefecture. Features a rectangular form with textured, earthy brown body accented by cream and green glaze drippings that create organic, artisanal character. Ideal for serving or display. Includes original wooden box.