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The small dishes that grace your dining table not only enhance the presentation of your meals but also add a seasonal touch and a sense of fun, depending on how you combine them. The "Iroiro Mamezara," as the name suggests, is a collection of petite glass dishes available in a variety of colors. You can enjoy creating a unique dining experience by freely mixing and matching colors and patterns.

These small plates are perfect for serving pickles and condiments, and their convenient size also makes them ideal for use as dividers on larger platters. With colors that easily coordinate with sake cups, pouring vessels, and glasses, they expand the possibilities for your table setting.

Versatile Uses of Small Dishes

Mamezara are dishes that you will naturally reach for often at your daily dining table. Even just a small serving of side dishes, snacks, or fruits can showcase the transparency of the glass, adding a refreshing impression to your table.

Additionally, they can also be used as small containers for accessories or keys. Their appeal lies in the fact that they can be integrated into your home not only as tableware but also as part of your interior decor. Because they are small, there are no strict rules for their use, allowing you to enjoy them freely according to your lifestyle at any given moment.

These practical small plates are also popular as gifts. You can enjoy the selection process by choosing different colors or selecting them according to the season.

Warm Glass

The origin of Tsugaru Vidro dates back to 1949 when the manufacturer, Hokuyo Glass, began producing fishing floats. The floats crafted by Hokuyo Glass gained a reputation for their durability, achieving the highest production volume in Japan by 1973. Subsequently, utilizing techniques such as "sorafuki" developed through years of float production, they began creating handmade glass inspired by the nature of Aomori, leading to the birth of Tsugaru Vidro in 1977. "Sorafuki" is a technique where molten glass is attached to a blowing pipe, and air is blown in from the opposite side to shape it. While this technique allows for versatile shaping, it also tests the skill of the craftsman.

Another characteristic of Tsugaru Vidro is its lustrous colors. The elegant hues reminiscent of Aomori's nature are carefully blended by skilled artisans. Tsugaru Vidro, created by artisans who continue to strive for new techniques, has been designated as a traditional craft of Aomori. It possesses a vibrant charm while also exuding a certain rustic presence. Its beauty is something you will want to admire for a long time, seamlessly blending into your everyday life.