Japanese Porcelain Small Plate Mamezara Vtg Blue Sometsuke Shishi Lion PY798 keshobako Stained a light brown and

Stained a light brown and brushed with a clear lacquer

This particular cup is white with blue inscriptions on the inside

Japanese military book

Some discoloration on edges

it is also called guinomi

Japanese Porcelain Small Plate Mamezara Vtg Blue Sometsuke Shishi Lion PY798 keshobako Stained a light brown andVintage Japanese Porcelain Small Plate, Mamezara This is a vintage Japanese porcelain plate. This round small plate, also called mamezara, is sometsuke (white porcelain with indigo blue), has the image of a shishi lion in the center. Mamezara are tiny plates in a Japanese tableware set that typically hold dipping sauces such as soy sauce, garnishes, and other condiments. It is also the perfect size for holding small jewelry. White, blue Porcelain