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ALESSI ITSUMO – YUNOKI DISHES The Itsumo project by Alessi, designed by Yukihiro Kaneuchi, is a collection that blends Japanese aesthetics and modern functionality, resulting in refined and striking dishes.
Itsumo plates are made of Yunoki ware, a traditional Japanese ceramic produced in the Saga region.
This technique, known for its extraordinary quality and long history, expresses the essence of Japanese craftsmanship.
The collection is distinguished by its simplicity of form and purity of materials.
The plates have essential, clean lines with smooth surfaces and neutral colors, ranging from white to gray through warm tones of beige and brown.
These natural shades not only reflect Japanese tradition, but also create a harmonious palette that fits easily into any modern setting. COLLECTION: Each plate in the Itsumo collection is designed to enhance the beauty of the ingredients and dishes served, celebrating the art of food presentation.
The delicate matte finish of Yunoki ware adds a touch of elegance and tactility, making each meal a unique sensory experience.
The variety of plate sizes and shapes allows for versatile use, suitable for both formal and informal occasions.
Soft, rigorous lines combined with careful attention to formal details.
The contoured profiles of each piece of cutlery are the hallmark of Itsumo cutlery service, an element that ensures a pleasant sensation both when holding the objects and when in contact with the lips Ultimately, Alessi’s Itsumo plates, made of Yunoki ware, represent a perfect synthesis of tradition and modernity, where minimalist Japanese aesthetics meet the quality and innovation of contemporary design.
This collection not only enriches the table, but also reflects a deep respect for culinary art and food culture.
Plate set consisting of four flat plates, four soup plates, four dessert plates in white porcelain
Naoto Fukasawa
Naoto Fukasawa is a Japanese product designer.
He collaborates with leading global companies and brands, including as a consultant to major international manufacturers.
Winner of numerous awards, including the 2018 Isamu Noguchi Prize.
He has published a number of books, the most recent being ‘Naoto Fukasawa EMBODIMENT’ (PHAIDON).
He has been the director of the Nihon Mingei-kan (Museum of Japanese Folk Crafts) since 2012.