Japan’s best tableware and utensils at Isetan Shinjuku

Edo Kiriko is a traditional Japanese style of handmade glass; the glass is crafted using special techniques passed down by craftsmen over the past 180 years. The contrasts of the vivid colours invoke the style that was popularised during the Edo Period.

You won’t be able to resist gazing at the sparkle of Kagami Crystal’s beautiful Kiriko glasses, which are made with extremely pure materials using traditional techniques; you can hear the beautiful sound of the ice melting in the glass, adding a new dimension to enjoying your beverage.

The Fuji-san Rocks glass, made by Tajima Glass with the same techniques used to make traditional Edo Kiriko glasses, features a design of Mount Fuji engraved on the bottom. If you pour black tea into the glass, you can recreate Katsushika Hokusai’s iconic Red Fuji design, much loved by artists, which depicts the sun on Mount Fuji.

The SUSgallery glass is the world’s only titanium vacuum two-ply cup, made with techniques passed down by craftsmen for over 350 years.

Incredibly high heat retention means beverages keep warm for longer, and condensation will not form on the outer surface of the glass.

Chopsticks are the most commonly used eating utensils among Japanese people. Hyozaemon chopsticks are made with natural wood and lacquer, and are all completely handmade by Japanese craftsmen. Hyozaemon’s motto is ‘chopsticks are food’. All of its chopsticks are polished with smooth lacquer and have been made with the utmost attention to detail to enable you to enjoy eating delicious meals safely.

Soups such as miso are essential in Japanese cuisine. Hyakunen Hyakka bowls are produced following the principle ‘use forever, convey forever’ and are a collaboration between Isetan Mitsukoshi and experienced craftsmen. Made with natural wood and all-domestic materials, the bowls are polished with lacquer. The more the bowls are used, the more their gloss deepens, so you can enjoy their beautiful transformation over time.

Iron kettles, which can also be used as pots, originated from those used in tea ceremonies and have a distinctive look that can only be created with traditional craftsmanship. Oigen’s iron kettles have been manufactured since 1852, and the technical capabilities used to make them have become recognised throughout the world in recent years.

The iron kettle is a stunning piece of art; many people purchase one to display as part of a collection. They can be used for traditional Japanese tea ceremonies or as regular pots. They require careful maintenance, but are household items you will grow to love and appreciate.