{"title":"Edokko Dinosaur","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEdokko Dinosaur: Playful Dinosaurs Hidden in Classic Japanese Tableware\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first glance, Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) looks like traditional Japanese porcelain: indigo blue and white, red overglaze, Mt Fuji, ocean waves and peonies. Look a little closer and you'll find a dinosaur hiding in every pattern. A stegosaurus strolls through Imari-style panels, a triceratops naps on the waves and a long-necked dinosaur rests beneath Mt Fuji. Designed by Awasaka and made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest ceramics region, each piece is real Japanese tableware with a sense of humour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Does \"Edokko\" Mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdokko (江戸っ子) is the Japanese word for a true native of old Edo, the city we now call Tokyo. The name is a playful nod to the range's style: classic Edo-period patterns, with prehistoric guests who seem to have been there all along.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMame Plates to Collect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart of the range is the mame plate (mamezara, 豆皿), a tiny 9cm Japanese dish for soy sauce, wasabi, pickles, sweets or a few chocolates. Every design features a different dinosaur and a different traditional motif, from fire-breathing Red and Blue Flame dinosaurs to a soaring pteranodon. They are all the same size, so they stack neatly and look wonderful displayed or set out together at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBowls and Side Plates for Every Day\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection also includes larger shinogi pieces, finely ridged on the outside in a soft celadon glaze. They are made for everyday meals like soup, salad, simmered dishes or a small serve of noodles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Shop Edokko Dinosaur at SHOPPUROO™?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Japan:\u003c\/strong\u003e genuine Mino ware porcelain, stamped \"AWASAKA MADE IN JAPAN\" on the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e dishwasher safe and suitable for microwave reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGifts for all ages:\u003c\/strong\u003e refined enough for a Japanese dinner table, fun enough for young dinosaur fans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Australia-wide shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e on orders over $129, shipped from Brisbane. We also ship to New Zealand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mino ware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMino ware (Mino-yaki, 美濃焼) is pottery and porcelain made in the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture, central Japan. With more than 1,300 years of history, it is Japan's largest ceramics-producing area, known for practical, well-made tableware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Edokko Dinosaur plates suitable for children?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The dinosaur designs are a hit with kids, and the small sizes suit little hands. As they are porcelain, adult supervision is recommended for younger children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they dishwasher and microwave safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, dishwasher safe and suitable for microwave reheating. They are not suitable for the oven or direct flame. Avoid sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Edokko Dinosaur plates make a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey make a charming, affordable Made in Japan gift for dinosaur lovers, Japanese food fans and plate collectors. Mix several mame plate designs for a one-of-a-kind set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSHOPPUROO™. A curated range of authentic Japanese brands and carefully selected lifestyle products, shipped from Brisbane.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"edokko-dinosaur-shinogi-side-plate-mino-ware-made-in-japan","title":"Edokko Dinosaur Shinogi Side Plate 15.5cm Mino Ware (Made in Japan)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eLook Closer: A Dinosaur Hiding in Classic Japanese Blue and White\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first glance, this plate looks like a quiet piece of traditional Japanese tableware. Soft celadon glaze, fine ridged sides and a hand-drawn style blue pattern of waves, leaves and birds. Then you spot him: a little T-rex riding the waves on a leaf. That playful twist is the signature of Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜), a range from Awasaka that slips dinosaurs into classic Japanese patterns. It is made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, the region behind more than half of all Japanese ceramic tableware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHidden dinosaur design:\u003c\/strong\u003e a T-rex tucked into a \u003cem\u003eko-sometsuke\u003c\/em\u003e style blue and white pattern, inspired by antique Japanese porcelain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShinogi ridged finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e fine vertical ridges (\u003cem\u003eshinogi\u003c\/em\u003e) run around the well, catching the light and giving the plate a crafted, textured feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft celadon glaze:\u003c\/strong\u003e a pale blue-green \u003cem\u003eseiji\u003c\/em\u003e tone that pairs calmly with the indigo pattern and suits both modern and rustic tables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile everyday size:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 15.5cm with a gentle 2cm rim, it works as a side plate, dessert plate, snack plate or small serving dish for pickles, fruit and sweets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoved by adults and kids:\u003c\/strong\u003e refined enough for a dinner table, fun enough for young dinosaur fans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e dishwasher safe and suitable for microwave reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA thoughtful gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e a small, affordable present for dinosaur lovers, Japanese ceramics collectors, new homes and housewarmings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) by Awasaka\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize approx.: Ø15.5cm x H2cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight approx.: 185g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Porcelain (Mino ware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave use is for reheating only. 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The ridges add texture and help the glaze pool in the grooves for subtle depth of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Edokko Dinosaur?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdokko Dinosaur (Edokko Kyoryu) is a Japanese tableware range that hides dinosaurs inside classic Japanese patterns, such as waves, flowers and landscape scenes. \"Edokko\" means a true-born Tokyoite, a nod to the traditional Edo-period designs the range playfully reworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this plate a good size for kids?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. At 15.5cm it is a comfortable size for children's snacks, toast or fruit, and the hidden dinosaur makes mealtimes more fun. As it is porcelain, adult supervision is recommended for younger children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSHOPPUROO™. 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This is Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜), a range from Awasaka that tucks dinosaurs into classic Japanese patterns. The bowl is made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest ceramics region, and pairs perfectly with the matching Shinogi dinosaur side plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHidden dinosaur design:\u003c\/strong\u003e a T-rex riding a leaf across the waves, drawn in a \u003cem\u003eko-sometsuke\u003c\/em\u003e style blue and white pattern inspired by antique Japanese porcelain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCloud-scroll rim band:\u003c\/strong\u003e a deep indigo border of traditional cloud motifs frames the inside of the bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShinogi ridged finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e fine carved-style ridges (\u003cem\u003eshinogi\u003c\/em\u003e) run around the outer wall, giving the bowl texture, a comfortable grip and let the glaze pool softly for extra depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft celadon glaze:\u003c\/strong\u003e a calm blue-green \u003cem\u003eseiji\u003c\/em\u003e tone that suits Japanese, modern and rustic tables alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful medium size:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 15.5cm wide and 4.5cm deep, it is ideal for simmered dishes, soup, salad, pickles, fruit, yoghurt or a small noodle serve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMix and match:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to sit alongside the Edokko Dinosaur Shinogi side plate for a coordinated table setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoved by adults and kids:\u003c\/strong\u003e refined enough for dinner guests, fun enough for young dinosaur fans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e dishwasher safe and suitable for microwave reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) by Awasaka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: (Shinogi-ryu medium bowl)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize approx.: Ø15.5cm x H4.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight approx.: 240g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Porcelain (Mino ware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave use is for reheating only. Not suitable for oven, grill or direct flame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as pouring boiling liquid into a chilled bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is glazed and fired individually, so slight variations in glaze tone, pattern placement, glaze pooling and small iron speckles are a natural feature of Mino ware and not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly from the images due to lighting and screen settings. Food and props are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a chūbachi?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA chūbachi (中鉢) is a Japanese medium bowl, the everyday workhorse of a Japanese table. It sits between a small side dish and a large serving bowl, and is used for simmered vegetables, salads, soups and shared sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mino ware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMino ware (Mino-yaki, 美濃焼) is pottery and porcelain made in the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture, central Japan. With more than 1,300 years of history, it is Japan's largest ceramics-producing area and is known for practical, well-made tableware in a wide variety of styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"shinogi\" mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShinogi (鎬) describes fine raised ridges on a ceramic surface. The name comes from the ridge line on a Japanese sword blade. Beyond looking beautiful, the ridges give a better grip and let the glaze settle into the grooves for subtle depth of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan kids use this bowl?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 15.5cm size is comfortable for children's cereal, rice, fruit or noodles, and the hidden dinosaur makes mealtimes more fun. As it is porcelain, adult supervision is recommended for younger children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSHOPPUROO™. 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This is Kenryu (剣竜), one of the Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) mame plates from Awasaka, a range that tucks playful dinosaurs into traditional Japanese patterns. Each plate is made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest ceramics region. Collect the other Edokko Dinosaur mame plates to build a set where every dish has a different dinosaur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHidden stegosaurus design:\u003c\/strong\u003e three stegosauruses, their backs lined with plates, sit in white panels around a blue peony and scroll medallion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImari-inspired colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep indigo blue with red floral roundels and red scrolling flowers, inspired by antique Japanese \u003cem\u003eImari\u003c\/em\u003e porcelain, finished with a dark brown rim line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMame plate size:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 9cm across, it is the classic Japanese \u003cem\u003emamezara\u003c\/em\u003e for soy sauce, wasabi, pickles, dipping sauces, a single wagashi or a few chocolates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectible series:\u003c\/strong\u003e every Edokko Dinosaur mame plate is the same size with a different dinosaur and pattern, from Mt Fuji to ocean waves, so they mix and match on the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandy beyond the table:\u003c\/strong\u003e a neat tray for rings, earrings, tea bags or a spoon rest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoved by adults and kids:\u003c\/strong\u003e refined enough for a Japanese dinner setting, fun enough for young dinosaur fans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e dishwasher safe and suitable for microwave reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) by Awasaka\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize approx.: Ø9cm x H1.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight approx.: 60g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Porcelain (Mino ware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave use is for reheating only. Not suitable for oven, grill or direct flame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe. Avoid sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is glazed and fired individually, so slight variations in glaze tone, pattern placement and small iron speckles are a natural feature of Mino ware and not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly from the images due to lighting and screen settings. Food and props are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a mame plate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mame plate (mamezara, 豆皿) is a very small Japanese dish, usually around 7 to 10cm wide. \"Mame\" means bean, a nod to its tiny size. Mame plates hold soy sauce, condiments, pickles and sweets, and many people collect them for their endless variety of patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mino ware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMino ware (Mino-yaki, 美濃焼) is pottery and porcelain made in the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture, central Japan. With more than 1,300 years of history, it is Japan's largest ceramics-producing area and is known for practical, well-made tableware in a wide variety of styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it called Kenryu?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKenryu (剣竜) is the Japanese name for the stegosaurus. It literally means \"sword dinosaur\", a reference to the sharp plates along its back. In Japanese, \"ryu\" (竜) is used in dinosaur names, so every design in the Edokko Dinosaur range carries a \"ryu\" name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it make a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a small, affordable Made in Japan gift for dinosaur fans, Japanese food lovers and plate collectors. Pair two or more different designs for a fun set, or add one to a larger Japanese tableware gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSHOPPUROO™. 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This is Asahiryu (旭竜), the \"rising sun dinosaur\", one of the Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) mame plates from Awasaka, a range that tucks playful dinosaurs into traditional Japanese patterns. Each plate is made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest ceramics region. 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Not suitable for oven, grill or direct flame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe. Avoid sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is glazed and fired individually, so slight variations in glaze tone, pattern placement and small iron speckles are a natural feature of Mino ware and not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly from the images due to lighting and screen settings. Food and props are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a mame plate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mame plate (mamezara, 豆皿) is a very small Japanese dish, usually around 7 to 10cm wide. \"Mame\" means bean, a nod to its tiny size. 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This is Seikairyu (青海竜), the \"blue sea dinosaur\", one of the Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) mame plates from Awasaka, a range that tucks playful dinosaurs into traditional Japanese patterns. Each plate is made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest ceramics region. Collect the other Edokko Dinosaur mame plates to build a set where every dish has a different dinosaur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSleepy triceratops design:\u003c\/strong\u003e a three-horned triceratops dozes on top of a band of seigaiha waves that winds across the plate, surrounded by pine trees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue with green accents:\u003c\/strong\u003e indigo blue on white porcelain, with soft green on the pine needles and plenty of white space that suits both Japanese and modern tables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLucky seigaiha pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e the wave motif has stood for peace and good fortune in Japan for centuries, and pine trees for long life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMame plate size:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 9cm across, it is the classic Japanese \u003cem\u003emamezara\u003c\/em\u003e for soy sauce, wasabi, pickles, dipping sauces, a single wagashi or a few chocolates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectible series:\u003c\/strong\u003e every Edokko Dinosaur mame plate is the same size with a different dinosaur and pattern, so they mix and match on the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandy beyond the table:\u003c\/strong\u003e a neat tray for rings, earrings, tea bags or a spoon rest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e dishwasher safe and suitable for microwave reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) by Awasaka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel:  (Seikairyu, blue sea dinosaur)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize approx.: Ø9cm x H1.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight approx.: 60g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Porcelain (Mino ware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave use is for reheating only. Not suitable for oven, grill or direct flame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe. Avoid sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is glazed and fired individually, so slight variations in glaze tone, pattern placement and small iron speckles are a natural feature of Mino ware and not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly from the images due to lighting and screen settings. Food and props are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a mame plate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mame plate (mamezara, 豆皿) is a very small Japanese dish, usually around 7 to 10cm wide. \"Mame\" means bean, a nod to its tiny size. Mame plates hold soy sauce, condiments, pickles and sweets, and many people collect them for their endless variety of patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the seigaiha pattern?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeigaiha (青海波) means \"blue sea waves\". Its overlapping arcs represent a calm, endless sea and carry wishes for peace and a long, steady life. It appears on Japanese kimono, textiles and ceramics, and gives this plate its name, Seikairyu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mino ware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMino ware (Mino-yaki, 美濃焼) is pottery and porcelain made in the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture, central Japan. 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This is Fujiryu (富士竜), the \"Mt Fuji dinosaur\", one of the Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) mame plates from Awasaka, a range that tucks playful dinosaurs into traditional Japanese patterns. Each plate is made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest ceramics region. Collect the other Edokko Dinosaur mame plates to build a set where every dish has a different dinosaur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMt Fuji dinosaur design:\u003c\/strong\u003e a long-necked dinosaur rests beneath Mt Fuji, its back shaped just like the mountain above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsanoha pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e a band of \u003cem\u003easanoha\u003c\/em\u003e (hemp leaf), a traditional Japanese motif for healthy growth, runs along the bottom of the scene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep indigo finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich \u003cem\u003eai-iro\u003c\/em\u003e blue sky and a softly shaded indigo rim, framed by a clean white ring, with a few little star-like blossoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMame plate size:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 9cm across, it is the classic Japanese \u003cem\u003emamezara\u003c\/em\u003e for soy sauce, wasabi, pickles, dipping sauces, a single wagashi or a few chocolates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectible series:\u003c\/strong\u003e every Edokko Dinosaur mame plate is the same size with a different dinosaur and pattern, so they mix and match on the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandy beyond the table:\u003c\/strong\u003e a neat tray for rings, earrings, tea bags or a spoon rest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e dishwasher safe and suitable for microwave reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) by Awasaka\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize approx.: Ø9cm x H1.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight approx.: 60g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Porcelain (Mino ware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave use is for reheating only. Not suitable for oven, grill or direct flame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe. Avoid sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is glazed and fired individually, so slight variations in glaze tone, shading on the rim, pattern placement and small iron speckles are a natural feature of Mino ware and not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly from the images due to lighting and screen settings. Food and props are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a mame plate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mame plate (mamezara, 豆皿) is a very small Japanese dish, usually around 7 to 10cm wide. \"Mame\" means bean, a nod to its tiny size. Mame plates hold soy sauce, condiments, pickles and sweets, and many people collect them for their endless variety of patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Mt Fuji a lucky symbol in Japan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMt Fuji is Japan's highest and most sacred mountain. It stands for strength, endurance and good fortune, and seeing Fuji in the first dream of the New Year is said to bring luck for the year ahead. That makes Fuji designs a popular gift in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the asanoha pattern?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsanoha (麻の葉) is a geometric hemp leaf pattern. Hemp grows tall and straight very quickly, so the motif carries wishes for healthy growth and was traditionally used on children's clothing in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mino ware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMino ware (Mino-yaki, 美濃焼) is pottery and porcelain made in the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture, central Japan. With more than 1,300 years of history, it is Japan's largest ceramics-producing area and is known for practical, well-made tableware in a wide variety of styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSHOPPUROO™. 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This is Red Flame (赤炎竜), one of the Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) mame plates from Awasaka, a range that tucks playful dinosaurs into traditional Japanese patterns. Each plate is made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest ceramics region. Pair it with its twin, the Blue Flame plate, or collect all eight designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire-breathing dinosaur:\u003c\/strong\u003e a cheerful spotted dinosaur, jaws wide open, breathes a crescent of flame that curves around the plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLucky kikkō pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e the flame is filled with a tortoiseshell hexagon pattern, a Japanese symbol of long life, with a plum blossom inside each hexagon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold red on white:\u003c\/strong\u003e a warm red design on white porcelain, finished with a dark speckled rim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwin design:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Blue Flame plate shows the same dinosaur in indigo, so the two make a matching pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMame plate size:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 9cm across, it is the classic Japanese \u003cem\u003emamezara\u003c\/em\u003e for soy sauce, wasabi, pickles, dipping sauces, a single wagashi or a few chocolates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectible series:\u003c\/strong\u003e eight Edokko Dinosaur mame plates share the same size, each with a different dinosaur and pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e dishwasher safe and suitable for microwave reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) by Awasaka\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize approx.: Ø9cm x H1.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight approx.: 60g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Porcelain (Mino ware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave use is for reheating only. Not suitable for oven, grill or direct flame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe. Avoid sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is glazed and fired individually, so slight variations in glaze tone, pattern placement and small iron speckles are a natural feature of Mino ware and not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly from the images due to lighting and screen settings. Food and props are not included. Group photos show other designs, sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a mame plate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mame plate (mamezara, 豆皿) is a very small Japanese dish, usually around 7 to 10cm wide. \"Mame\" means bean, a nod to its tiny size. Mame plates hold soy sauce, condiments, pickles and sweets, and many people collect them for their endless variety of patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the kikkō pattern?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKikkō (亀甲) is a hexagon pattern based on the shell of a tortoise. In Japan the tortoise is said to live for ten thousand years, so kikkō is a traditional wish for long life and good fortune, often seen on kimono, lacquerware and celebration tableware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many Edokko Dinosaur mame plates are there?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are eight designs, including Red Flame and Blue Flame, a Mt Fuji dinosaur, a stegosaurus, a triceratops on ocean waves and a flying pteranodon. They are all the same 9cm size, so they stack neatly and look great displayed together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mino ware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMino ware (Mino-yaki, 美濃焼) is pottery and porcelain made in the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture, central Japan. With more than 1,300 years of history, it is Japan's largest ceramics-producing area and is known for practical, well-made tableware in a wide variety of styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSHOPPUROO™. 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This is Blue Flame (青炎竜), one of the Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) mame plates from Awasaka, a range that tucks playful dinosaurs into traditional Japanese patterns. Each plate is made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest ceramics region. Pair it with its twin, the Red Flame plate, or collect all eight designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire-breathing dinosaur:\u003c\/strong\u003e a cheerful spotted dinosaur, jaws wide open, breathes a crescent of flame that curves around the plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLucky kikkō pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e the flame is filled with a tortoiseshell hexagon pattern, a Japanese symbol of long life, with a plum blossom inside each hexagon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic indigo on white:\u003c\/strong\u003e a deep blue design on white porcelain in the spirit of traditional Japanese \u003cem\u003esometsuke\u003c\/em\u003e ware, finished with a dark speckled rim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwin design:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Red Flame plate shows the same dinosaur in red, so the two make a matching pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMame plate size:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 9cm across, it is the classic Japanese \u003cem\u003emamezara\u003c\/em\u003e for soy sauce, wasabi, pickles, dipping sauces, a single wagashi or a few chocolates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectible series:\u003c\/strong\u003e eight Edokko Dinosaur mame plates share the same size, each with a different dinosaur and pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e dishwasher safe and suitable for microwave reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) by Awasaka\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize approx.: Ø9cm x H1.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight approx.: 60g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Porcelain (Mino ware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave use is for reheating only. Not suitable for oven, grill or direct flame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe. Avoid sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is glazed and fired individually, so slight variations in glaze tone, pattern placement and small iron speckles are a natural feature of Mino ware and not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly from the images due to lighting and screen settings. Food and props are not included. Group photos show other designs, sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a mame plate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mame plate (mamezara, 豆皿) is a very small Japanese dish, usually around 7 to 10cm wide. \"Mame\" means bean, a nod to its tiny size. Mame plates hold soy sauce, condiments, pickles and sweets, and many people collect them for their endless variety of patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the Red Flame and Blue Flame plates?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly the colour. Both show the same fire-breathing dinosaur and kikkō flame, one in warm red and one in deep indigo. Together they make a fun pair for two people, or a red and blue set for siblings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the kikkō pattern?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKikkō (亀甲) is a hexagon pattern based on the shell of a tortoise. In Japan the tortoise is said to live for ten thousand years, so kikkō is a traditional wish for long life and good fortune, often seen on kimono, lacquerware and celebration tableware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mino ware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMino ware (Mino-yaki, 美濃焼) is pottery and porcelain made in the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture, central Japan. With more than 1,300 years of history, it is Japan's largest ceramics-producing area and is known for practical, well-made tableware in a wide variety of styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSHOPPUROO™. 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This is Flower (花竜, Hanaryu), one of the Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) mame plates from Awasaka, a range that tucks playful dinosaurs into traditional Japanese patterns. Each plate is made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest ceramics region. Collect the other Edokko Dinosaur mame plates to build a set where every dish has a different dinosaur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-necked dinosaur design:\u003c\/strong\u003e a gentle long-necked dinosaur with a green-speckled back stands in a white centre medallion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeony windows:\u003c\/strong\u003e three cloud-shaped panels each frame a blue peony with green leaves. In Japan the peony is the \"king of flowers\", a symbol of prosperity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed lattice border:\u003c\/strong\u003e a fine red lattice with white cross-shaped flowers and small scroll motifs, in the style of antique Japanese overglaze porcelain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-colour design:\u003c\/strong\u003e red, indigo blue and green on white porcelain, with a clean white rim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMame plate size:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 9cm across, it is the classic Japanese \u003cem\u003emamezara\u003c\/em\u003e for soy sauce, wasabi, pickles, dipping sauces, a single wagashi or a few chocolates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectible series:\u003c\/strong\u003e eight Edokko Dinosaur mame plates share the same size, each with a different dinosaur and pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e dishwasher safe and suitable for microwave reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) by Awasaka\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize approx.: Ø9cm x H1.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight approx.: 60g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Porcelain (Mino ware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave use is for reheating only. Not suitable for oven, grill or direct flame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe. Avoid sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is glazed and fired individually, so slight variations in glaze tone, pattern placement and small iron speckles are a natural feature of Mino ware and not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly from the images due to lighting and screen settings. Food and props are not included. Group photos show other designs, sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a mame plate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mame plate (mamezara, 豆皿) is a very small Japanese dish, usually around 7 to 10cm wide. \"Mame\" means bean, a nod to its tiny size. Mame plates hold soy sauce, condiments, pickles and sweets, and many people collect them for their endless variety of patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the peony mean in Japanese design?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe peony (botan, 牡丹) is known in Japan as the \"king of flowers\". With its full, layered petals it stands for prosperity, honour and good fortune, and it has decorated Japanese porcelain, kimono and screens for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many Edokko Dinosaur mame plates are there?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are eight designs, including this long-necked Flower dinosaur, a Mt Fuji dinosaur, a stegosaurus, a triceratops on ocean waves, a flying pteranodon and a pair of fire-breathing Red and Blue Flame dinosaurs. They are all the same 9cm size, so they stack neatly and look great displayed together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mino ware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMino ware (Mino-yaki, 美濃焼) is pottery and porcelain made in the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture, central Japan. With more than 1,300 years of history, it is Japan's largest ceramics-producing area and is known for practical, well-made tableware in a wide variety of styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSHOPPUROO™. 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This is Hiyakuryu (飛躍竜), the \"leaping\" dinosaur, one of the Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) mame plates from Awasaka, a range that tucks playful prehistoric creatures into traditional Japanese patterns. Each plate is made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest ceramics region. Collect the other Edokko Dinosaur mame plates to build a set where every dish has a different creature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoaring pteranodon design:\u003c\/strong\u003e a pteranodon with outstretched wings glides through swirling wind lines above a bank of clouds and waves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRidged rim:\u003c\/strong\u003e fine radial ridges around the rim catch the light and give a pleasing texture. It is the only plate in the series with this finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic indigo on white:\u003c\/strong\u003e drawn in deep blue on white porcelain in the spirit of traditional Japanese \u003cem\u003esometsuke\u003c\/em\u003e ware, framed by thin blue lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA symbol of moving up:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ehiyaku\u003c\/em\u003e means a great leap forward, so this plate makes a thoughtful little gift for a graduation, new job or promotion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMame plate size:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 9cm across, it is the classic Japanese \u003cem\u003emamezara\u003c\/em\u003e for soy sauce, wasabi, pickles, dipping sauces, a single wagashi or a few chocolates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectible series:\u003c\/strong\u003e eight Edokko Dinosaur mame plates share the same size, each with a different creature and pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e dishwasher safe and suitable for microwave reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Edokko Dinosaur (江戸っ子恐竜) by Awasaka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: EK88-L05 (Hiyakuryu, leaping pteranodon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize approx.: Ø9cm x H1.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight approx.: 60g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Porcelain (Mino ware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave use is for reheating only. Not suitable for oven, grill or direct flame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe. Avoid sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is glazed and fired individually, so slight variations in glaze tone, pattern placement and small iron speckles are a natural feature of Mino ware and not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours may vary slightly from the images due to lighting and screen settings. Food and props are not included. Group photos show other designs, sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a mame plate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mame plate (mamezara, 豆皿) is a very small Japanese dish, usually around 7 to 10cm wide. \"Mame\" means bean, a nod to its tiny size. Mame plates hold soy sauce, condiments, pickles and sweets, and many people collect them for their endless variety of patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a pteranodon a dinosaur?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot quite. Pteranodon was a pterosaur, a flying reptile that lived alongside the dinosaurs but belonged to a separate group. It's a fun fact for young dinosaur fans, and it makes this plate the only flyer among the eight Edokko Dinosaur mame plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Hiyakuryu mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHiyaku (飛躍) means to leap or soar, often used for a big step forward in life, and \"ryu\" (竜) appears in Japanese names for prehistoric creatures. Together, Hiyakuryu is the \"leaping dinosaur\", a cheerful wish for success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mino ware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMino ware (Mino-yaki, 美濃焼) is pottery and porcelain made in the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture, central Japan. With more than 1,300 years of history, it is Japan's largest ceramics-producing area and is known for practical, well-made tableware in a wide variety of styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSHOPPUROO™. 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