Wedgwood is providing the tableware for the film "Black Butler," which hits theaters on January 18th. The three tableware designs include "Florentine Turquoise," a new color scheduled for release this spring and featuring a border pattern that has been used since the late 19th century. The vibrant "Powder Ruby" and the pale "Sage Green" are from the "Columbia" series, which is inspired by the griffin from Greek mythology. These tableware appear in various scenes in the film, from mealtimes to teatime, creating a majestic, Gothic atmosphere. Also, as part of a campaign to commemorate the film's release, the brand is offering a "Tea Set to Enjoy with the Same Tableware as in the Film—The Finest Sweets, the Finest Hospitality" (1,365 yen). An original menu inspired by the world of "Black Butler" is served on plates, teacups, and saucers from "Florentine Turquoise." The tea selection is the popular English Afternoon Tea from Wedgwood Tea. "A la Campagne" began on the 14th at six locations: Nagoya Mitsukoshi, Sannomiya, Osaka Chayamachi, Shinsaibashi, Hakata, and Fukuoka Mitsukoshi.
Black Butler is a manga by Yana Toboso currently serialized in the monthly G Fantasy (Square Enix). It has sold over 18 million copies worldwide, been translated into 42 countries and regions, and was adapted into a TV anime series in 2008 and 2010. This entertaining story follows Sebastian, a perfect butler except for his personality, and Ciel Phantomhive, a descendant of a prestigious aristocratic family, as they tackle various mysterious incidents. In the film adaptation, Hiro Mizushima, returning to the screen for the first time in three years, plays Sebastian, while Ayame Goriki plays the original character, the mistress, Genba Seigen. It opens in theaters nationwide on January 18th.