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.

• 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.

• 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.

Noritake's ability to produce luxury-grade 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.

— See Also:

• Narumi: Japan's Bone China Competitor
• Caring for Gold-rimmed Noritake