I have already written a review on this china, and in my previous review I gave it 4 out of 5 stars because the finish was showing some deterioration from everyday use.

At this point, after just a few years of daily service not only does the white portion look worn, the black portion of the plates has become streaked and faded from being placed in the dishwasher on a regular basis. Oddly, none of the bowls, accent plates, and cups show this sort of deterioration, so I'm at a loss to explain why things are so different with the plates. The bowls are in use almost as much as the plates, so that doesn't provide an answer as to why.

I am so disappointed with this pattern that I am seriously in search of replacement china for everyday use. And believe you me, I will not again be buying from Noritake. If you're looking for everyday china, this pattern is not a good value. I am withdrawing my previous recommendation.