Hataman Touen Iro-Nabeshima Tortoiseshell Pattern Imari Nabeshima Ware Sakazuki Flat Sake Cup

This Sakazuki flat sake cup is carefully decorated with the traditional "Kikko" (tortoiseshell) design using extremely fine brush strokes by skilled craftsmen.

It is inspired by the old plate with high stand, a typical shape of Nabeshima ware, which has been made since the 1600s as a gift to the shoguns.

The inner surface of the sakazuki flat sake cup is decorated with the tortoiseshell pattern, a typical Nabeshima pattern, while the reverse side is decorated with a cloisonne pattern and the side of the stand is decorated with the iconic "Kushime"　(comb pattern) of Nabeshima ware.

The exact name of this tortoiseshell pattern is "Bishamon Kikko" pattern, which is derived from the chain of the chain armor worn by "Bishamonten" (the god of war) in the form of "Mitsumori Kikko" (three tortoiseshells) joined together. 

It comes in a paulownia wood box, making it an ideal gift for those who are who have a passion for interior design and culinary delights.

Iro-Nabeshima has traditional rules, consisting of one color for Sometsuke (Gosu) and three colors for Akae (red, yellow, and green). After outlines are drawn in gosu, red, "kibi" (yellow), and "moe" (green) overglaze painting is applied to the inside. Although it appears that many colors are used, in fact only three colors are used for overglaze painting, a characteristic of Iro-Nabeshima, and its beauty is considered the pinnacle of Japanese porcelain.

Hataman Touen is a company that aims to "create a new Nabeshima" along with passing on the history and traditional craft of Imari Nabeshima ware, which has continued for 370 years. Based on the belief that "traditional crafts can only be inherited if they are closely connected to daily life, "the company offers tableware that enriches the spirit and sensibility in accordance with modern lifestyles.

PRODUCT DETAIL

• Dimension: D9.3cm(3.7in) x H3cm(2in) 
• Material: Porcelain 
• Origin: Made in Japan - Imari Nabeshima Ware
• Brand: Hataman Touen