Rice Bowl Hirachawan AB-1 | Hakusan Porcelain

Hirachawan (flat rice bowl) is a series of bowls designed in 1992 by Masahiro Mori for Hakusan Tōki. They are called 'flat' bowls because they are flatter and wider than the previously common, traditional rice bowls, which were deeper and narrower to keep the rice warm for as long as possible. Mori developed the Hirachawan in response to modern lifestyles, where people no longer have to worry about food getting cold. The flat bowls allow dishes to be presented more attractively and make the designs more visible. In addition, the flatter bowls are easier to stack. The Hirachawan are suitable not only for rice but also for appetizers, small dishes, soups, desserts and much more.
Since its launch, the Hirachawan series has remained a highly sought-after product line from the Hakusan Tōki manufactory. And with over 100 designs, there is something for everyone. The series received the Good Design Award in 1993 and the Long Life Award in 2004.

Hakusan Porcelain, based in the pottery town of Hasami on the island of Kyūshū, was founded in 1779 and has been operating in its current form since 1951. In 1956, product designer Masahiro Mori was hired by the company to bring a fresh perspective to the product range. With his flair for design, form, functionality, and reasonable pricing, he profoundly shaped the company, emphasizing that good design is also intended for everyday use.