Aochibu Guinomi Sake Cup
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This guinomi sake cup features the traditional aochibu pattern.
The aochibu style was developed in the Taisho era (1912-1926 CE). Small dots in blue or white are applied to the colored background to create a special texture. A great deal of skill is required to make the dots the same size, evenly spaced, and the same color.
Not only for drinking sake, but it can be used as a soba dipping sauce cup, soup cup, dessert cups for ice cream, yogurt, fruits, and many other small dishes served at the table. It is also perfect for putting Japanese sweets such as anmitsu and tokoroten.
Furthermore, you can put a small portion of food or relishes inside this cup, place it on a larger plate or in a bento box for a more stylish and sophisticated food presentation.
DETAIL
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size |
D 7.2 cm (2.8 in) x H 5.2 cm (2 in) |
| Capacity | 132 ml (4.5 fl oz) |
| Material | Porcelain |
| Microwave | Yes |
| Dishwasher | No |
Maker / Brand
Founded in the early Taisho era (1912 CE–1926 CE) in Nomi City, Ishikawa Prefecture, Seikou Kiln has long been dedicated to the art of Japanese overglaze painting for Kutani ware. Through years of research, Seikou Kiln perfected a high-quality technique to transfer designs and patterns using printed sheets, all created in-house. This method captures the same level of transparency in glassy glazes and the depth of thick overglaze paints as traditional hand-painting. Their work has earned prestigious awards, such as the Japan Tourism Agency's Charming Japanese Souvenir Contest.
Origin
Kutani ware is a pottery produced in the Kaga region of Ishikawa Prefecture and it has a history of over 350 years. It is characterized by the heavy brilliance of the five colors of green, yellow, red, purple, and navy blue that are applied to the bold and daring lines. Its long history has evolved through the tireless efforts and enthusiasm of people who have sought innovation while maintaining tradition.
The beauty of the various styles and methods of painting is known as "Japan Kutani" and is highly regarded around the world.
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Aochibu & Shirochibu
Ao-chibu (green dots) features the strokes of small solid green dots densely drawn on the base color. The technique is said to become popular during the Taisho period (1912–1916). It is neither painting nor line drawing.
The cluster of dots creates marvelous ripple-like patterns. It takes extraordinary skills to draw uniform, tiny dots while retaining the beauty of the cluster. There are color variations of ao-chibu: shiro-chibu (white dots) and kin-chibu (gold dots).
Guinomi
We have collected wonderful Guinomi sake cups from all over Japan that will make your blissful time of savoring your favorite sake even richer.
Usually the size of Guinomi is slightly smaller than teacups, so it is a larger cup for sake. It is common that people pour sake directly from the bottle into the Guinomi instead of using a Carafe. Originally, Guinomi was a tableware used to hold delicacies during Japanese tea ceremonies. After eating the delicacies, people began to pour sake into it and drink it, which is believed to be the beginning of the Ginomi. Hence, Guinomi has a history of growing up with the tea culture.
It incorporated the aesthetic sense of "Wabi-Sabi" and evolved into a tool for enjoying sake, rather than simply for drinking it.
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