Rice bowl Hirachawan ST-15 | Hakusan Porcelain

The Hirachawan (flat rice bowl) is a series of bowls designed by Masahiro Mori for Hakusan Tōki in 1992. 'Flat' because the bowls are shallower and wider than the traditional rice bowls used until then, which were rather deep and narrow to keep the rice warm for as long as possible. Given modern lifestyles, where there is no longer any need to worry about food getting cold, Mori developed the Hirachawan. The flat bowls allow dishes to be presented better visually and at the same time 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's something for everyone. The series was awarded 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 breath of fresh air into the product range. With his flair for design, form, functionality and reasonable pricing, he shaped the company sustainably and emphasized that good design is also intended for everyday use.