Sitaku Collection - Gessato Design Store

Sitaku Soy Saucer

Davide Carbone — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 18:00:21 +0000

The elegantly designed soy saucer, complete with a lid, adds a touch of style to serving soy sauce and other condiments. In Japan, where space is at a premium, a strong emphasis is consistently placed on the functionality and stackable nature of product designs. This principle is vividly embodied in the Sitaku series, allowing all pieces to be stacked atop each other after use, conveniently stored in cabinets to optimize space.

Sitaku Storage Container with Lid

Davide Carbone — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:18:13 +0000

A functional container designed for storing spices or even fresh ginger. The porcelain lid features a sealing ring that ensures an airtight seal for the jar.In Japan, where space is often limited, the design of products prioritizes functionality and stackability. This principle is evident in the Sitaku series, which can be neatly stacked on one another after use, allowing for efficient cabinet storage and space conservation. Every piece in this series is crafted in Arita, a renowned porcelain city situated on the southernmost Japanese island. Arita’s history has been intricately intertwined with porcelain since the early 17th century.

Sitaku Butter Case

Davide Carbone — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:14:43 +0000

The Stackable Rectangular Case streamlines meal preparation with its convenient size, perfect for storing items like butter, cheese, olives, and more. It also doubles as a stylish serving dish for your dining table.This stacking case is a creation of Kihara, a well-known porcelain brand hailing from Arita, Japan. Kihara, celebrated for its porcelain craftsmanship, blends four centuries of Arita-ware heritage with inventive designs to produce exceptional products.Additionally, an assortment of stackable kitchen tools is also at your disposal.

Sitaku Cutting Board / Plate

Davide Carbone — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:09:42 +0000

The cutting board is crafted from a single, sturdy section of Hinoki wood. The Hinoki tree, native to Japan, is a type of cypress tree renowned for its gentle weight and delightful natural aroma. The square porcelain plate is an ideal companion for capturing any drippings during the cutting process, and it doubles as a serving dish. Its dimensions are well-suited for slicing nearly anything. With its manageable weight and compact form, it’s effortless to handle. A brief rinse readies the board for its next cutting task.

Sitaku Ginger Grater

Davide Carbone — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:06:43 +0000

Whether employed as a preserved ingredient or as a flavor enhancer, ginger holds a prominent place in Japanese culinary practices. This grater’s finely crafted teeth serve the purpose of effortlessly transforming ginger bulbs into a succulent pulp. Notably, the grater features a circumferential channel that adeptly gathers the resultant liquid, allowing for seamless pouring through the designated spout. This receptacle also proves effective for grating uncooked edibles or garlic cloves.

Sitaku Lemon Squeezer

Davide Carbone — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 18:57:28 +0000

Introducing the Sitaku series lemon squeezer, a versatile kitchen tool that effortlessly handles both lemons and grapefruits. This innovative tool offers the added convenience of being stackable with “graters.” The bottom section allows for stacking a range of items including a mortar, lemon squeezer, grater, ladle, and a lid, making it an ideal choice for gifting. Crafted from delicate porcelain, this lemon squeezer hails from Arita, a charming town in Nagasaki Prefecture renowned for its exquisite Japanese ceramics. Part of a collection of porcelain creations by Makoto Koizumi, a prominent Japanese product designer, this piece was developed in partnership with the well-known Japanese ceramics brand, Kihara.

Its lustrous white finish and space-efficient design render the Shitaku Lemon Squeezer an attractive addition to any countertop.

Sitaku Mortar & Pestle

Davide Carbone — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 18:17:30 +0000

Drawing inspiration from the time-honored suribachi, a traditional Japanese mortar, a designer mortar emerges as part of the innovative Sitaku collection. Crafted in collaboration with prominent Japanese designer Makoto Koizumi for porcelain producer Kihara, this collection presents an array of stackable tools. Among them, this set features a locally crafted maple pestle boasting an unglazed interior texture, evoking the essence of the classical Japanese suribachi mortar.