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Nabeshima Chinese Flowers Sakazuki Flat Sake Cup

Sale price$524.00 USD

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This sakazuki flat sake cup is carefully decorated with the traditional karakusa, Chinese flowers, design using extremely fine brush strokes drawn by skilled craftsmen. The karakusa pattern is a floral pattern that was popular during the Tang Dynasty in China and was influenced by and prized in Japan during the Nara Period (710–794 CE). It is a gorgeous design created by combining several types of plant motifs such as lotus flowers, palmettes, and peonies.

The inner surface of the sakazuki flat sake cup is decorated with the karakusa pattern, a classic Nabeshima pattern, while the reverse side is adorned with a cloisonne pattern and the side of the stand displays the iconic kushime, comb pattern, of Nabeshima ware. 

The style of iro-Nabeshima has traditional rules, consisting of one color for sometsuke (indigo blue) and three colors for akae (red, yellow, and green). After the outline is drawn in indigo blue gosu pigment, overglaze painting in red, kibi (yellow), and moe (green) is used to color in the design. Although it may seem that many colors are used, in fact, only three are applied—a hallmark of iro-Nabeshima—and its beauty is regarded as the pinnacle of Japanese porcelain.

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Nabeshima Chinese Flowers Sakazuki Flat Sake Cup Sale price$524.00 USD
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We have curated a collection of exquisite sakazuki sake cups from all over Japan, designed to enrich the blissful experience of savoring your favorite sake. The term "sakazuki" refers to any sake cup, though it traditionally describes a flat, plate-like vessel, representing the oldest style. Holding the cup delicately with both hands—grasping its sides and bottom—embodies the essence of Japanese sake culture.

Sakazuki cups typically contain just a few sips, and the beautifully adorned ones are treasured by collectors for their aesthetic appeal. Using a stunning sakazuki for a special sake, a celebratory occasion, or when hosting guests, will create an unforgettable moment.

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