====== Noritake ======

Established in 1904 in the village of Noritake, Japan, **Noritake** was the first company to successfully introduce Western-style dinnerware to the global market from Asia. It is renowned for blending Japanese precision with international design sensibilities.

===== 1. Why Noritake is Unique =====
  * **Precision Engineering**: Noritake is famous for its consistent quality and perfectly smooth glazes.
  * **Gold & Platinum Mastery**: The brand is a pioneer in the application of raised gold paste and delicate gilding.
  * **Whiteness**: Their bone china is celebrated for a particularly bright, clean white tone that complements both Eastern and Western cuisines.

===== 2. Notable Series =====
  * **Old Noritake**: Refers to highly collectible pieces made between 1891 and 1921, often featuring elaborate hand-painting.
  * **Hampshire Gold/Platinum**: One of the most popular patterns for modern wedding registries worldwide.
  * **Contemporary Casual**: Noritake also produces high-quality porcelain for everyday use, such as the *Colorwave* series.

===== 3. Global Impact =====
Noritake's ability to produce luxury-grade [[:en:materials:bone_china|Bone China]] at a more accessible price point than many European heritage brands has made it one of the most widely used fine tableware brands in hotels and households globally.

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**See Also:**
  * [[:en:brands:narumi|Narumi: Japan's Bone China Competitor]]
  * [[:en:guides:maintenance|Caring for Gold-rimmed Noritake]]

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