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Guide to Japanese Whiskey Glasses
The golden glow of whiskey—an age-old distilled spirit with roots in medieval Scotland and Ireland—is now beloved and produced all over the world. Japan, too,...

Early Summer Escape: Travel Through Tableware
Travel Japan through tableware this summer. Explore handcrafted pieces from Kyoto, Tokyo, Akita, and more.

Explore Edo Kiriko, Tokyo’s iconic cut glass art. Handcrafted with precision, each piece dazzles with timeless beauty.

A Clear Choice: Setting the Table with Glassware
Set your summer table aglow with Hirota Glass's Edo Kiriko glassware, from faceted plates to jewel-toned sake sets.

Best Wedding Gifts: 11 Traditional Japanese Items to Delight Every Couple
Authentic Japanese wedding gifts like chopsticks, tea cups, and sake sets are perfect for imparting heartfelt wishes.

Glass from the Past: A Visit to the Hirota Glass Japanese Glass Museum
Journey through time at Hirota Glass Museum, where the legacy of vintage Japanese glass comes to life.

Refreshing Tea Time: Cherry Desserts with Edo Kiriko Cut Glass
Create a refined tea time with Edo Kiriko glass tumblers and glossy lacquerware tableware.

Exquisite Sake Experience with Edo Kiriko Cups
This table setting is sophisticated and vibrant with the addition of colorful, luminous Edo Kiriko sake cups.

Possessing the Light, Edo Kiriko Glassware
Explore Edo Kiriko with artisan Kiyohide, where traditional glass cutting meets precision, beauty, and craftsmanship.

Between Light and Darkness: The Subtle Artistry of Tableware
Inspired by "In Praise of Shadows," this piece explores how Japanese tableware shows its beauty in the glow of dim light.

Captivating Contrasts: Glimmering Edo Kiriko Glassware on Black
Create a luxuriant ambiance with the beauty of opulent drinkware accompanied with Japanese food on stylish tableware.

Interview with Mr. Tatsuro Hirota-President of Hirota Glass Co., Ltd (Part 2)
I had the pleasure of sitting down with the fourth president of Hirota Glass, Mr. Tatsuro Hirota, to hear his thoughts.

Discovering Edo Kiriko with Mr. Tatsuro Hirota, President of Hirota Glass Co., Ltd (Part 1)
Step inside Hirota Glass and explore the craftsmanship, history, and future of Edo Kiriko in Tokyo’s Sumida Ward.