How should I care for Noritake pieces with gold or platinum trim?

Metal-trimmed Noritake pieces deserve gentle care. The dishwasher and microwave safety page from Noritake stresses that dinnerware with metallic elements should not go into a microwave unless the backstamp clearly states microwave safety. Many gold- or platinum-banded patterns are marked not microwave safe, and some are not recommended for dishwashers either. Owners who want to preserve trim usually wash by hand with mild detergent, soft sponges, and warm, not boiling, water. Abrasive pads or harsh cleaners can scratch the metal and dull the shine. Stacking plates with paper or felt separators helps prevent abrasion along rims. Noritake’s care and use guidance also covers storage tips and general product care, suggesting moderate handling and avoidance of sudden temperature changes. For modern patterns that Noritake lists as dishwasher safe but not microwave safe, users often choose the most delicate cycle, with cooler drying, to slow wear on decorative metals over many washing cycles.