Yamazakura Wooden plate

In short, no. But let us explain.
We recommend caring for your wooden plate with the same attention that went into crafting it.
Using a dishwasher or microwave may damage the protective finish and compromise the natural beauty of the cherry wood.
Like fine Japanese tableware, Yamazakura is best washed by hand with warm water, gentle soap, and a soft cloth.
This care helps preserve its finish and graceful appearance for years to come.

Yes, absolutely.
Each wooden plate is handcrafted from high-quality cherry wood and sealed with a thin, food-safe layer of polyurethane.
This finish protects the surface while maintaining the natural feel of the wood.
Yamazakura is made to be both beautiful and practical, part of your everyday Japanese tableware.

Yamazakura is ideal for lighter dishes such as starters, desserts, small salads, or as a cheese plate or fruit plate.
Its clean form and natural grain elevate presentation, adding quiet beauty to any meal.
It also serves as a thoughtful addition to your luxury dinnerware sets, bringing warmth, texture, and a sense of seasonality to refined table settings.
Rooted in the spirit of Japanese tableware, Yamazakura wooden plate turns everyday dishes into moments worth noticing.

Yes, and that’s part of its charm.
With use, your wooden plate may develop a deeper tone and softer sheen, subtle traces of its journey with you.
This natural aging is cherished in Japanese aesthetics, where impermanence is part of beauty.
Over time, Yamazakura becomes more expressive, a quiet reflection of use, memory, and care.

Each Yamazakura wooden plate is handcrafted from cherry tree wood, selected for its grain, warmth, and natural elegance. No two are alike.
Named after the wild mountain cherry tree (Indeed Yamazakura, 山桜), it captures a raw, natural beauty, not about being perfect, but about making an impression.
Yamazakura is more than a plate. It is a quiet celebration of individuality, seasonality, and Japanese craftsmanship.

Yes, the Yamazakura wooden plate is crafted not only to be admired, but to be used.
Its durable cherry wood body and food-safe finish make it ideal for everyday meals, whether you're serving small dishes, fruit, or something simple and comforting.
As part of your eco friendly dinnerware, it brings a touch of nature to the table while supporting a slower, more conscious way of living.
Like other refined pieces of Japanese tableware, it turns the everyday into something quietly beautiful.

Though more compact than our wood charger plates, the Yamazakura wooden plate brings warmth and depth to any Western-style setting.
Its smooth cherry wood surface pairs elegantly with ceramics, glass, or stoneware, making it perfect for serving starters, desserts, or seasonal sides.
Rooted in the aesthetics of Japanese tableware, it adds a subtle, organic contrast that softens and elevates modern or rustic tables alike.

Yes, Yamazakura makes a deeply personal and meaningful gift.
Each wooden plate is handcrafted from cherry wood, with unique grain patterns that make no two alike.
Its quiet beauty and cultural roots set it apart from generic options, making it perfect for those who appreciate authenticity and refined craftsmanship.
Whether gifted alone or as part of a Japanese dinnerware set, Yamazakura conveys care, thought, and a sense of lasting connection.

Yes. And we are proud of it.
Each Yamazakura wooden plate is handcrafted in small batches by Kaji, a family-run workshop in Gifu Prefecture.
The cherry wood used is carefully selected for quality and sustainability, ensuring minimal waste and long-term environmental responsibility.
As part of Tsukushi's commitment to eco friendly dinnerware, the production process of Yamazakura honors traditional techniques and supports ethical relationships with local artisans.
The result is a plate that reflects both beauty and mindful craft.

While ceramic is the most common material in Japanese tableware, wooden plates like Yamazakura offer something different: warmth, lightness, and a tactile connection to nature.
They stand out for their ability to soften a table setting, both visually and emotionally.
Wood adds a unique presence, one that quietly elevates everyday moments into something more considered.
This is where Yamazakura finds its strength: in being beautifully unexpected.