What are these?

These were in a lot that I won. I think they are more modern but im not really certain what these are. Maybe a candle holder? They have a darker blue rim on the top. I thiught they might be Chinese. Any info would be appreciated thanks!

 

Thanks INH would you call them candle holders then?

 

not if they are 12 x 7 inches......

 

What is 12 x 7? I must have missed something.

 

@janetpjohn - komokwa is just poking fun at the fact no measurement was mentioned.

 

Yes, the Japanese kanji characters are of different fish that are eaten as sushi or sashimi.

 

Yep, Japanese tea cups used at restaurants.