Treasure Pattern Ochoko Sake Cup
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Various auspicious patterns, such as lucky cats, kites, cherry blossoms, and treasure ships, are depicted within a circle pattern on this beautiful ochoko sake cup. This is a very festive design with vivid colors typical of Kutani ware.
The smooth porcelain creates a delicate mouthfeel for sake. With its festive pattern, it is perfect for everyday use as well as for celebrations such as New Year's, birthdays, and housewarming.
DETAILS
| Quantity |
1 |
| Size | D 5.5 cm (2.2 in) x H 5.3 cm (2 in) |
| Capacity | 45 ml (1.5 fl oz) |
| Material | Porcelain |
| 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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Ochoko
An ochoko is a small sake cup, usually holding a bit more than a sakazuki and accommodating two to three sips. Originally, ochoko sake cups were used as kobachi small bowls for side dishes. However, around the mid-Edo period (1603 CE–1868 CE), they began to be used at sake gatherings, where people would start with a sakazuki and then switch to an ochoko as the evening went on.
Ochoko sake cups come in various materials and shapes. The sake cups included in sake sets are commonly ochoko sake cups.
Lucky Charms
Japanese lucky charms and auspicious items have a long, rich history in Japanese craft and often appear in tableware and interior decor. Each motif is believed to attract a particular kind of luck, from safety in the home to business prosperity to a bountiful harvest.
Here you will find lucky charms like maneki neko and the Seven Lucky Gods, as well as auspicious motifs like cranes and turtles for longevity, bamboo and gourds for wealth, owls for good fortune, and cherry blossoms for beauty. Find your next lucky companion and bring Japanese stories and traditions into your home.
