Kinsai Ochoko Sake Cup
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This beautiful ochoko sake cup showcases the kinsai technique, where a glaze is applied over gold leaf before firing. This method ensures that the gold leaf remains intact and retains its brilliance, preserving its refined beauty over time.
This sake cup has a satisfying weight that feels just right in hand. The slightly rough texture provides a comfortable grip, preventing slips while adding to its tactile appeal.
Perfect for savoring sake with elegance, this cup enhances both the experience and presentation.
Ideal for both solo moments and shared celebrations, it also makes an extraordinary gift for those who appreciate fine sake.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | D 5.7 cm (2.2 in) x H 4.3 cm (1.7 in) |
| Capacity | 45 ml (1.5 fl oz) |
| Material | Porcelain |
| Microwave | No |
| Dishwasher | No |
Maker / Brand
Founded in 2017, Soukyu Kiln is a new Kutani ware kiln located in Nomi, Ishikawa Prefecture. The studio is operated by Ms. Chie Sakurai, a ceramic artist, and her husband.
They are particularly keen on the "Kutani Gosai", five colors of Kutani ware: red, blue, yellow, navy blue, and purple. The charm of their work is the careful decoration, using their own unique blend of paints and repeatedly putting them in the kiln until the colors are satisfactory. The vivid, transparent and glossy paint is very beautiful and full of the warmth of handwork.
Origin
Kutani ware is a pottery produced in the Kaga region of Ishikawa Prefecture and it has a history of over 350 years. It is characterized by the heavy brilliance of the five colors of green, yellow, red, purple, and navy blue 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.
The beauty of the various styles and methods of painting is known as "Japan Kutani" and is highly regarded around the world.
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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 small kobachi 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. Sake cups included in sake sets are commonly ochoko sake cups.
Kinsai
Kinsai refers to techniques used to apply gold leaf or gold paint to ceramics. Both terms also refer to the works produced by these techniques. Gold leaf or paint is applied over the ceramics’ glaze or overglaze decoration and then fired at a lower temperature than the overglaze itself.
Gold leaf and gold paint are valuable materials. In addition, gold leaf is very thin and particularly difficult to handle. Works flawlessly decorated with these materials reveal the extraordinary skill of the artisan.
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Fair prices plus free furoshiki wrapping with every order.