Auspicious Omens Sake Set
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Enjoy sake at home with this unique sake carafe and cup with happy motifs such as a lucky cat, a daruma doll, and a chidori, which are said to bring good luck in Japan. The accompanying sake cup can double as the cap of the tokkuri (Japanese sake carafe.)
It is a perfect sake set for celebrations, such as New Year's Day, birthdays, and housewarming parties. Highly recommended to make it a gift for people who love to drink sake with friends and family.
Each piece is painted with Japanese color paint, which is one of the remarkable features of Kutani ware, making the texture of the plate warm and appealing.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 carafe and 1 cup (lid) |
| Size | [carafe] D 6 cm (2.4 in) x H 13 cm (5.1 in) |
| Capacity |
[Sake carafe] 225 ml (7.6 fl oz) [Sake cup (lid)] 80 ml (2.7 fl oz) |
| Material | Porcelain |
| Package Type | Paper box |
| Microwave | Yes |
| Dishwasher | Yes |
Maker / Brand
Seikou Kiln, founded in the early Taisho era (1912–1926 CE) in Nomi City, Ishikawa Prefecture, has long been dedicated to the art of Japanese overglaze painting for Kutani ware. Through years of research, the kiln perfected a high-quality technique for transferring designs and patterns using in-house printed sheets. This method preserves the transparency of glassy glazes and the depth of thick overglaze paints, achieving the same richness as traditional hand-painting. Their work has earned prestigious accolades, including recognition in the Japan Tourism Agency's Charming Japanese Souvenir Contest.
Crafts
Kutani ware is a pottery produced in the Kaga region of Ishikawa Prefecture, with a history spanning over 350 years. It is characterized by the heavy brilliance of the five colors of navy blue, red, purple, green, and yellow that are applied to the bold and daring lines. Its long history has evolved through the tireless efforts and enthusiasm of people who have sought innovation while maintaining tradition.
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Sake Sets
When preparing to enjoy fine sake, start by choosing the right sake set. Sake is delicate—its flavor shifts with temperature and air, making the choice of carafe essential, whether a ceramic tokkuri, a metal chirori, or a graceful katakuchi. Pair them with cups that complement the sake, ochoko, guinomi, or sakazuki, each offering its own shape and character.
A well-chosen sake set transforms the simple act of pouring into a ritual, enhancing both flavor and atmosphere. Explore our collection to assemble a set that reflects your way of enjoying sake.
Mokubei
Approximately 100 years after the close of the ko-Kutani kilns, a large group of Kutani ware kilns collaborated to revive its legacy. The style that emerged during this period is called Revived Kutani, with Mokubei being one of its notable styles.
Guided by the Kyoto painter Aoki Mokubei, this style is characterized by the use of calming red pigments as a base. Pieces often depict people, many including children, on a vibrant background, creating harmonious and ornate designs.
