What is Japanese porcelain?

The creation of Japanese porcelain began in the late 1500s. Although the styles and variations of Japanese porcelain range, many consider Kyushu to be the center of Japanese porcelain production. You’ll find a variety of antique and modern Japanese porcelain pieces on 1stDibs.

Is Japanese porcelain valuable?

Yes, some Japanese porcelain is valuable. Many collectors prize porcelain ware produced in Japan during the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, and demand for pieces from this period can be high due to the demand. Some types that are particularly sought include Arita ware, Seto ware and Mino ware. The value of a particular piece depends on its age, maker, style and condition. A certified appraiser or expert dealer can help you determine how much your porcelain is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of Japanese porcelain.

How do you date Japanese porcelain?

To date Japanese porcelain, examine its markings. Generally, the name Nippon appeared on pieces produced between 1891 and 1921. From 1945 to 1952, makers placed a mark that read "Made in Occupied Japan." A piece that is marked simply "Japan" or "Made in Japan" may date from the period just before or during World War II or from after the end of occupation in 1952. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer for help with dating. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Japanese porcelain.

How much is Japanese porcelain worth?

Japanese porcelain ranges from $1,500 to $3,000 but may be found at a lower price in auctions. It’s a valuable collectible from the latter half of the 19th century and early part of the 20th century. Find a variety of antique and vintage Japanese porcelain on 1stDibs.

Japanese Porcelain Tray

Blue Glass Tray Vintage

Vintage Japanese Porcelain Tray Arita Sometsuke Blue White Birds Decor

$230

H 1.02 in W 7.88 in D 6.25 in

Vintage Japanese Porcelain Tray Arita Sometsuke Blue White Birds Decor

By Arita

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage rectangular porcelain tray features a traditional Arita style blue and white decor with

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery

Large Old or Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Platter or Tray

$795

H 1.75 in Dm 12.25 in

Large Old or Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Platter or Tray

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine old or antique Japanese Imari porcelain tray. With red, blue and green painted decoration

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Arita Porcelain Tray 'Pliage'

$276

H 2.17 in Dm 11.42 in

Japanese Arita Porcelain Tray 'Pliage'

By Denis Guidone, Hands On Design

Located in Milan, IT

This tray is designed by Denis Guidone and handmade in Japan by Risogama for Hands on Design, a

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2010s Japanese Centerpieces

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Octagonal Chrysanthemums Tray Platter 14"

$280Sale Price|20% Off

H 10.75 in W 14.25 in D 1.25 in

Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Octagonal Chrysanthemums Tray Platter 14"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Japanese Imari porcelain octagonal floral Chrysanthemums plate or serving dish featuring

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Early 20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Miya Japan Porcelain Sushi Serving Plates Trays Green Beige Bamboo Décor

$75 / set

H 0.5 in W 8.25 in D 5.75 in

Pair Miya Japan Porcelain Sushi Serving Plates Trays Green Beige Bamboo Décor

Located in Miami, FL

Miya Japan Pair of Porcelain Serving Trays or rectangle Plates for Sushi. Made in Japan circa 1980

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Late 20th Century Japanese Hollywood Regency Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Hand-painted Japanese peacock tray plate

$135

H 1.25 in W 8 in D 8 in

Hand-painted Japanese peacock tray plate

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Vintage Japanese tray or plate with beautiful hand-painted landscape scenery. Square with soft

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20th Century Japanese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Warrior Samurai Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Dish Catchall 1950s

$375

H 1.25 in W 10.25 in D 10.25 in

Japanese Warrior Samurai Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Dish Catchall 1950s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

and decorative design. Whether used to elevate your Japanese porcelain collection this tray is a

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Kuniyaki Tea Bowls and Tray Set After Nonomura Ninsei Japan

$950 / set

H 4 in Dm 7.8 in

Kuniyaki Tea Bowls and Tray Set After Nonomura Ninsei Japan

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Ninsei. Kuniyaki Tea Bowls and Tray Japan black porcelain inside and decorated with gold, red, green and

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vintage Japanese Arita Imari Blue and White Serving Trays Platters

$225 / set

H 1.32 in W 8.5 in D 5.5 in

Pair of Vintage Japanese Arita Imari Blue and White Serving Trays Platters

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage pair of rectangular porcelain serving platters or trays feature asymmetrical, organic

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain, Ceramic

Vintage Porcelain Floral Desk Set by Neiman Marcus with Letter Opener and Tray

$275 / set

H 2.5 in W 8.75 in D 0.5 in

Vintage Porcelain Floral Desk Set by Neiman Marcus with Letter Opener and Tray

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Porcelain Floral Desk Set by Neiman Marcus with Letter Opener and Tray. A very nice two

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Charming Japanese Style Tray Attributed to l'Escalier de Cristal, France, c.1880

$8,662

H 13 in W 18.51 in D 1.19 in

Charming Japanese Style Tray Attributed to l'Escalier de Cristal, France, c.1880

By L'Escalier de Cristal

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Japanese style diamond-shaped tray attributed to l'Escalier de Cristal, representing lake

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Antique 1880s French Japonisme Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Bronze

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Japanese Hand Painted and Gilt Porcelain Tray with Floral Decoration

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H 12.25 in W 18.25 in D 1.5 in

Japanese Hand Painted and Gilt Porcelain Tray with Floral Decoration

Located in Stamford, CT

Beautiful hand painted Japanese porcelain tray depicting Iris plants in greens, blues, yellows and

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Hand Painted and Gilt Porcelain Tray Floral and Butterfly Decoration

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H 12.25 in W 18.25 in D 1.5 in

Japanese Hand Painted and Gilt Porcelain Tray Floral and Butterfly Decoration

Located in Stamford, CT

Beautiful hand painted Japanese porcelain tray depicting Iris plants and a butterfly in greens

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Oriental Porcelain Occasional Table

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H 28.75 in Dm 23 in

Early 20th Century Oriental Porcelain Occasional Table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Japanese carved occasional table, circa 1900. Features a large satsuma bowl inset into the top

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Tray Tables

Materials

Ceramic

First Period Worcester Japan Fan Pattern Spoon Tray c1770

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H 3.55 in Dm 6.03 in

First Period Worcester Japan Fan Pattern Spoon Tray c1770

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : First Period Worcester Japan Fan Pattern Spoon Tray Date : c1770 Period : George III

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Antique 1770s British George III Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Hand Painted Decorative Floral Porcelain Vide Poche Tray Japan

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H 0.5 in W 8.75 in D 6.5 in

Hand Painted Decorative Floral Porcelain Vide Poche Tray Japan

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Beautiful floral ceramic rectangular porcelain tray or vide poche. This beautiful feminine ceramic

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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint

Faux Bamboo Tray Table with Japanese Imari Porcelain Platter Top

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H 24 in W 20 in D 20 in

Faux Bamboo Tray Table with Japanese Imari Porcelain Platter Top

Located in Bradenton, FL

Unique vintage square faux bamboo tray table with Japanese Imari porcelain tray insert. Table is

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Danish Modern Dansk Teak Serving Tray with Small Bowls Designed by Quistgaard

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H 1 in W 23.75 in D 10.25 in

Danish Modern Dansk Teak Serving Tray with Small Bowls Designed by Quistgaard

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful oval tray designed by Quistgaard for Dansk in solid teak with porcelain white bowls

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20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain, Teak

Round Lettuce or Cabbage Serving Tray Plate in Green and Cream by Fitz and Floyd

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H 2 in Dm 13.5 in

Round Lettuce or Cabbage Serving Tray Plate in Green and Cream by Fitz and Floyd

By Fitz and Floyd

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Floyd Japan Dimensions: 13.5" wide 13.5" deep 2" tall.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Large Antique Meiji Period Japanese Imari Porcelain Platter or Tray

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H 1.75 in W 14.88 in D 12 in

Large Antique Meiji Period Japanese Imari Porcelain Platter or Tray

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine large oval Japanese Imari Porcelain platter or tray. In traditional blue and red

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Tray for Water FLowers and Calligraphy, 19th/20th Century

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H 1.3 in W 8.15 in D 0.04 in

Antique Japanese Tray for Water FLowers and Calligraphy, 19th/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Antique Japanese Tray for Water FLowers and Calligraphy, 19th/20th Century A nice tray for water

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Set of 4 Japanese Trays Arita Sometsuke Blue White Birds Decor

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H 0.85 in W 8.63 in D 5.5 in

Vintage Set of 4 Japanese Trays Arita Sometsuke Blue White Birds Decor

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage set of one rectangular tray and 3 smaller square trays features a traditional Arita style

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Vintage Pink and Black Imari Floral Trinket Tray

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H 1 in W 5 in D 4 in

Vintage Pink and Black Imari Floral Trinket Tray

Located in Oakland Park, FL

Vintage pink and black Imari floral trinket tray.

Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

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Japanese Imari Dinner Plates, Set of 10

$950 / set

H 1.25 in Dm 10 in

Japanese Imari Dinner Plates, Set of 10

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a very good set of 10 Japanese Imari hand painted dinner plates that date to the Meiji period. All 10 plates are in very good original condition, showing only hints of use. T...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Japonisme Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Large Antique 19th Century Chinese Rose Mandarin Porcelain Vase

$1,950

H 18 in Dm 7.25 in

Large Antique 19th Century Chinese Rose Mandarin Porcelain Vase

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique large Chinese porcelain vase. In the Rose Mandarin (Famille Rose) style. Decorated throughout with with various detailed scenes of people & plants. The body of ...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Kangxi Famille Verte Porcelain Large Dish, Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th c

$17,500

H 2.5 in Dm 14.25 in

Kangxi Famille Verte Porcelain Large Dish, Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th c

Located in Austin, TX

A large and magnificent Chinese famille verte enameled porcelain large dish or charger, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period (1662 - 1722), circa 1700, China. The shallow, shaped dish of fo...

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Antique Early 1700s Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Large Japanese Blue and White Arita Porcelain Charger, Edo Period, 19th C, Japan

$1,800

H 2 in Dm 18.88 in

Large Japanese Blue and White Arita Porcelain Charger, Edo Period, 19th C, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A large Japanese blue and white decorated Arita porcelain charger, Edo Period, early 19th century, Japan. The large and shallow blue and white Arita porcelain charger measures 18 ...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Rose Medallion Canton Porcelain Punch Bowl w/ Multiple Cartooges

$12,600

H 6.5 in Dm 16 in

Chinese Export Rose Medallion Canton Porcelain Punch Bowl w/ Multiple Cartooges

Located in New York, NY

A Chinese Export Rose Medallion Famille Rose canton porcelain punch bowl with multiple cartooge panels. The exterior of this gorgeous bowl is decorated with multiple panels which inc...

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Antique 1870s Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Export Rose Medallion Bowl & Hardwood Stand

$1,196Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.5 in Dm 12 in

19th Century Chinese Export Rose Medallion Bowl & Hardwood Stand

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th Century Chinese Export Rose Medallion Bowl & Hardwood Stand China, circa 1880s, Later carved hardwood stand 20th Century Of good size, bright and colorful, hand painted and en...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

$187,500

H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Located in Houston, TX

Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...

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Antique 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Large Japanese Imari Charger 16", Edo / Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan

$1,900

H 3.25 in Dm 16 in

Large Japanese Imari Charger 16", Edo / Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A large and charming Japanese imari charger with Chinese boys, Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. The large porcelain charger measuring 16" in diameter features high, slo...

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Antique 1860s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Old or Antique Chinese Export Famille Rose Plate with Basket of Flowers

$695

H 0.5 in Dm 7.25 in

Old or Antique Chinese Export Famille Rose Plate with Basket of Flowers

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine old or antique Chinese export porcelain plate In the Famille Rose style. Decorated throughout with enamel floral decoration in primarily pink against a white ground. ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Edo Period Imari Porcelain Bowl Japan Lotus Flowers, C 1680-1700

$712Sale Price|40% Off

H 0.04 in Dm 0.04 in

Japanese Edo Period Imari Porcelain Bowl Japan Lotus Flowers, C 1680-1700

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice Edo period bowl with lotus flowers and old cramm restorarion. very cool! Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Category: Imari Region of Origin: Japan Period: 1...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Coromandel Lacquer Cabinet on Stand, Mid-19th Century, China

$13,700

H 53.25 in W 23.75 in D 17.5 in

Chinese Export Coromandel Lacquer Cabinet on Stand, Mid-19th Century, China

Located in Austin, TX

A delightful Chinese coromandel brown lacquer cabinet on stand, made for the export market, early to mid-19th century, China, presented on an early 20th century custom fitted stand. ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Brass

4 Old or Antique Signed Kakufuku Japanese Kaikemon Imari Porcelain Rice Bowls

$595 / set

H 2.5 in Dm 4.75 in

4 Old or Antique Signed Kakufuku Japanese Kaikemon Imari Porcelain Rice Bowls

By Sakaida Kakiemon Xii

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine set of 4 Japanese Imari porcelain bowls Each decorated throughout with kaikemon blue, red, and green natural scenes and extensive gilding. Marked to the base with a blue...

Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Polychrome Enamel Bronze Cloisonne Charger

$1,700

H 1.5 in Dm 13.5 in

Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Polychrome Enamel Bronze Cloisonne Charger

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Large Chinese Qing Dynasty polychrome enamel bronze cloisonne charger. Unusual and rare bronze Chinese Qing Dynasty Cloisonne charger. The brightly multicolored polychrome decoratio...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

A Beautiful and Large Japanese Porcelain Imari Bowl Japan Antique, 19th Century

$999Sale Price|20% Off

H 3.94 in Dm 9.93 in

A Beautiful and Large Japanese Porcelain Imari Bowl Japan Antique, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A wonderfull and high quality painted Japanese imari punch bowl, with an unusal scene. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: 19th cen...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Old or Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Soap Dishes

$895 / set

H 4 in W 4 in D 5 in

Pair of Old or Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Soap Dishes

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A pair of fine antique Japanese Imari porcelain soap dishes Decorated throughout with floral devices in underglaze blue, iron-red paint, and gilding. Each with a strainer insid...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

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Japanese Porcelain Tray For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Japanese porcelain tray available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and paint, every Japanese porcelain tray was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a Japanese porcelain tray, we have 10 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a Japanese porcelain tray — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A Japanese porcelain tray, designed in the Art Nouveau, Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Japanese porcelain tray over the years, but those crafted by Dansk Designs, Denis Guidone and Fitz and Floyd are often thought to be among the most beautiful.