Porcelain Nikko, 2 cups in Soba + 2mini Head and Daimyo plate

The different motifs of the Nikko Design Komon Asobi Porcelain Collection:

Aubergine and Nashi : Eggplant is called "Nasu" in Japanese. The word also has the meaning "to accomplish". It is therefore a good reason. The hidden pattern is the pear, "Nashi" in Japanese. The traditional Nashi has a round shape and characterizes a little mystery in Japan because it is neither pear nor apple.

Hemp and dragonfly sheet : As hemp grows in abundance, this motive emphasizes the desire for the growth of children. As for the dragonfly hidden in the reasons, it is the symbol of summer in Japan. The dragonfly is a very popular decoration pattern. She was very adulated by the samurai because symbolic of strength and courage.