Elevate your sake experience with a stunning gradient of deep blues and a sharp line of gold.
Handcrafted by Koichi Iinuma, a highly acclaimed, award-winning master of Kasama ware, this exquisite sake cup (semi-porcelain) captures the mystery of the night sky or the deep ocean.
Crafted with a blend of over a hundred glazes, the mesmerizing blue gradient shifts beautifully under the light. The single stroke of hand-painted gold adds a refined, dignified tension to the cup, while the weighted base provides a comfortable, luxurious feel in your hand. This is a true masterpiece of modern Japanese ceramics, perfect for sake connoisseurs and art collectors alike.
Signature Wooden Box Included (Tomobako)
This piece comes in a custom-made wooden presentation box signed and stamped by the artist himself (Tomobako). It serves as a certificate of authenticity for this one-of-a-kind piece, elevates its value as a premium gift, and protects the cup from dust and humidity.
Key Features
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Master Craftsman Quality: Created by Koichi Iinuma, a member of the Japan Art Crafts Association whose works are housed in the Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum.
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Semi-Porcelain Body: Offers the smooth, translucent elegance of porcelain combined with the sturdy warmth of stoneware.
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Captivating Gold Detailing: A hand-applied gold line wraps around the rim, beautifully contrasting with the deep blue glazes.
Specifications
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Dimensions: Approx. 3.3" Diameter × 4.3" Height (8.5 cm × 10.8 cm)
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Weight: Approx. 10.8 oz (307 g) — Provides a solid, stable, and luxurious weight in the hand.
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Material: Semi-Porcelain (Kasama Ware / Kasama-yaki)
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Artisan: Koichi Iinuma
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Origin: Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan
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Microwave Safe: No (The gold detailing will spark)
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Dishwasher Safe: No (Gentle hand-washing with a soft sponge is highly recommended)
Please Note Before Purchase
This is a one-of-a-kind, completely handmade piece of art. Expect subtle variations in the glaze flow, color depth, and gold accents. These unique traits are a celebration of the artisan’s handiwork and the firing process.
About Craft Ogawa
Curated by Craft Ogawa, a historic select shop in Akasaka, Tokyo. We source exceptional, handmade Japanese crafts directly from renowned artisans across Japan, with a special emphasis on timeless quality and distinct artistic voices.
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About our store :
We are a select store with a long history, with a physical store in Akasaka, Tokyo.
We carefully select and sell wonderful products from all over Japan.
Because of its location in Akasaka, Tokyo, the store is visited by a great number of foreigners living in Japan and tourists from abroad.
The products we sell are purchased by the owner of the store, who is a connoisseur of ceramics and crafts, after thoroughly examining the products. In this sense, we are distinct from souvenir stores in many tourist destinations in Japan.
If you are able to select and purchase a wonderful Japanese craft from our selection, and if you are satisfied with the quality of the products, it will be worthwhile for us to carefully select and purchase them.
