Alongu's elegant and sleek designs are the brainchild of Jin Kuramoto (born in 1976). His vision was to craft a series of vessels that would seamlessly complement diverse food cultures from around the globe. Consequently, their plates and bowls have been meticulously designed to harmonize with both Japanese cuisine and Western dishes.

Nestled in the town of Hasami (yes, the namesake of Hasami Porcelain), Alongu's porcelain is expertly crafted. This charming town boasts a rich porcelain-making heritage that spans over four centuries. Here, the local artisans collaborate across multiple specialized factories. One factory is dedicated to sourcing and processing clay, another excels in molding, and yet another is skilled in turning pots. Together, they work in unison to bring you the finest porcelain creations.

At Misc Store we carry 3 sizes of plates, and 3 sizes of cups/bowls from Alongu, in two finisches: matte grey and a blue celadon.