The TY Palace porcelain plate in the shape of a chrysanthemum, size S, color white/grey, from the Japanese brand 1616 Arita. The plate looks like a big flower. This series of TY palace plates was designed when 1616 Arita opened its store at the "Palace Hotel Tokyo" established in 1961. The hotel represents one of Japan's prestigious hotels. The design was inspired by the large bloom of the chrysanthemum. The opinion of Atelier Kumo: Bring a Japanese touch to your interior! Discover the different sizes of the collection. Materials: porcelain Colour: matt white/grey, without enamel Dimension: diameter: 11 cm, height: 2.3 cm Origin: Japan Microwave: yes Dishwasher: yes The plates can be used every day, they are made with finesse and solidity. You might worry that unglazed pottery might absorb liquids. Well no, as the plate is made of high density clay, you don't have to worry about the incorporation of oil or other liquids. Also beware of sharp knives which could damage the matte surface of the plate. History Aritayaki is a kind of Japanese pottery that has its roots in the ancient ceramic city of Arita, located on the island of Kyushu in southern Japan. It was in this city, in 1616, that the Koreans introduced the art of pottery to Japan. Arita still produces ceramics made by local artisans today using the distinctive ingredient of clay made from crushed stone. Inspired by the experience and deep skills of local Arita artisans, designer and creative director Teruhiro Yanagihara has developed a complete new brand of ceramics for Momota-Touen Corporation. Named after its origins, 1616 Arita products are produced in the same factories as the original Arita pottery, but take a completely different approach to design.