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Red Chrysanthemum Guinomi Sake Cup

Sale price$129.00 USD Regular price$151.00 USD

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This small guinomi sake cup has a relatively shallow shape. The gorgeous chrysanthemum pattern and vermillion color are beautiful and perfect for drinking sake at festive occasions. When sake is poured, the painting becomes even more beautiful with its glossy reflection.

Aizu-e, the traditional design of Aizu lacquerware, is hand-painted one by one by skilled maki-e artists. The painting of the chrysanthemum flower is considered as auspicious motif in Japan, warding off disease and bringing longevity.

The decoration is done by hand, using brushes and cotton buds for painting, so each piece is finished differently. This is the reason why some of the gold paintings are blurred and some paints are pooled, but we hope you enjoy it as the charm of handmade products.

Fukunishi Sobe Red Chrysanthemum Aizu Lacquerware Guinomi Sake Cup - MUSUBI KILN - Quality Japanese Tableware and Gift
Red Chrysanthemum Guinomi Sake Cup Sale price$129.00 USD Regular price$151.00 USD
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Guinomi

Guinomi are a type of sake cup, smaller than a typical Japanese teacup but somewhat larger than other sake cups. They are often used without a sake carafe, with sake poured directly from the bottle.

Guinomi originally held delicacies during Japanese tea ceremonies, but in time came to be used for drinking sake afterward. They have therefore evolved alongside Japan’s unique tea culture.

Guinomi

Chrysanthemum

For generations, Japan has held a reverence for chrysanthemums. Known as kiku in Japanese, the chrysanthemum holds profound cultural and aesthetic significance, symbolizing longevity and warding off evil spirits.

Their blooms frequently adorn Japanese tableware, adding an air of elegance and historical depth. Many pieces showcase meticulously painted chrysanthemum motifs, while others are crafted to mirror the delicate form of a fully-bloomed chrysanthemum.

Chrysanthemum