Crystalline Glaze Sakazuki Flat Sake Cup

This beautiful Japanese flat sake cup is handcrafted by Hibino Ceramic with a crystalline glaze, which is a glaze with spots and glittering crystals on the surface.

Deep knowledge and experience from craftspersons are required as the appearance of the crystals and the range in which they appear will change, depending on the degree of heat and temperature variations during firing.

The smooth texture of porcelain feels relaxing and soft to your mouth, bringing out the rich yet delicate flavors of sake. This beautiful and unique sake cup will surely enrich your time enjoying sake.

Hibino Ceramic

Hibino Ceramic excel at making tableware that matches the ever-evolving dining scene by accurately responding to the needs of their customers through a multifaceted understanding of the latest trends.
Numerous prestigious hotels and restaurants in Japan praise their tableware items, employing them for many years.
Their tableware aims to enrich the dining experience of foodies around the world by generously incorporating traditional and high quality Japanese ceramic manufacturing techniques.

Crafted in the Tono region of Gifu Prefecture, Mino ware is celebrated for its rich heritage and versatility within Japanese dinnerware.

A defining feature of Mino ware is its remarkable variety. Unlike many other Japanese pottery that adheres to a singular style, Mino ware boasts more than fifteen different styles, each with its unique charm developed over centuries. This region now accounts for over fifty percent of Japan's ceramic production, highlighting its unrivaled popularity.

In recognition of its cultural significance, Mino ware was designated as a traditional craft in 1978 by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (now the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry). Mino ware continues to enchant with its blend of historical depth and contemporary relevance, truly embodying a high standard of craftsmanship.