Nishikigoi Shallow Noodle Bowl, 23cm

Description

The Nishikigoi shallow noodle bowl features a beautiful koi carp design that will delight lovers of Japanese culture. It’s perfect for serving hot and cold noodle dishes, from soba noodle salads to warming miso ramen.

You can also use it to serve saucy stir-fries and fried rice. Made in Japan, this deep blue shallow bowl is an elegant addition to any dinner table.

Colourful koi (Japanese carp) were once kept by Japanese nobility in ornamental ponds. They are known as ‘living jewels’, thanks to their beautiful patterns and vibrant colours. You will often see stylised koi designs on Japanese textiles and homewares.

The fish are a symbol of luck, prosperity, courage and resilience.

Mix and match with other pieces from our Japanese tableware collection.