Tales of a Century Indigo Blue Chirori Sake Carafe
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This copper chirori sake carafe features graceful curves and a deep blue hue. This product is an enhanced version of a standard product from Seigado, the metalwork studio in Niigata Prefecture.
It is suitable for heating sake by dipping it in a pot filled with hot water. The good thermal conductivity of metal allows it to warm up quickly, and it also makes cold sake look cool and refreshing. Please be careful when holding the handle after warming it up.
The handle is wrapped with a wisteria vine, so it can also be used for heating sake.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size |
[Excluding the handle] D 6.5 cm (2.6 in) x H 14 cm (5.5 in) [Bottom] D 4.7 cm (1.9 in) [Handle] L 12.5 cm (4.9 in) [Wooden Box] L 17 cm (6.7 in) x W 19.5 cm (7.7 in) x H 8.7 cm (3.4 in) |
| Capacity | 300 ml (9.5 fl oz) |
| Material | Copper, Tin |
| Package Type | Wooden box |
| Microwave | No |
| Dishwasher | No |
Maker / Brand
Seigado’s workshop is located at the foot of Mt. Yahiko in Niigata Prefecture, where high-quality copper was discovered about 300 years ago. This region is where the traditional tsuiki metalworking technique finds its roots.
In Japan, there's a saying that things get better with use. Seigado's products possess a charm that inspires you to cherish and care for them over time.
Crafts
Metalwork has long been prized for its durability and gorgeous appearance. In Japan, bronze swords and harnesses were made from the Yayoi period (10th century BCE–mid-3rd century CE) based on techniques introduced from China and Korea.
As Buddhism spread, metalworking advanced, producing temple fittings and ritual objects. Eventually, traditional Japanese copperware, including hammered copper vessels, became highly refined, while Japanese cast iron—especially Nambu ironware—gained renown for its strength and elegant simplicity.
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Sake Carafes
We have collected wonderful sake carafes (sake bottles) from all over Japan that will enrich your blissful moments of savoring your favorite sake.
The standard size of a sake carafe is 180–360 ml (6–12 fl oz). For those who prefer to drink in larger quantities or often share with groups of more than two, we recommend choosing a larger size.
Explore our exquisite range of sake carafes, crafted from a variety of materials, including elegant metalware and inviting stoneware. Pair your favorite sake carafe with sake cups of your choice to create your very own sake set and elevate your drinking experience to new heights.
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