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Swimming Koi Fish Guinomi Sake Cup

Sale price$526.00 USD

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Description

Indulge in the rich, smooth flavors of sake with this exceptional Wajima lacquerware guinomi sake cup. Boasting opulent layers of natural lacquer coupled with meticulously hand-painted details, this sake cup showcases the superb craftsmanship and refined artistry of Wajima lacquerware. 

The koi fish, celebrated as a symbol of success and prosperity, has been an emblem of good fortune in age-old traditions. Through the art of maki-e, the koi fish is depicted swimming gracefully in the tranquil confines of the small sake cup. Maki-e craftspeople, with skilled strokes of colored lacquer and a light touch of gold dust, masterfully capture the essence of the koi fish, detailing its fluttering fins, intricate scales, and expressive eyes, bringing this symbol of auspiciousness to life with elegance and precision. 

Beneath the black lacquer, hints of vermilion subtly appear along the edges, hinting at a discreet elegance. This piece, crafted to mature beautifully with use, invites you to savor its evolving character through the years.

The warmth of the cup, felt as you cradle it in your hands, nurtures the soul. Savor the luxury of Japanese sake in this exquisitely crafted Wajima lacquerware sake cup, transforming each moment into an experience of skillful artistry and serene pleasure.

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Guinomi

Guinomi are a type of sake cup, smaller than a typical Japanese teacup but somewhat larger than other sake cups. They are often used without a sake carafe, with sake poured directly from the bottle.

Guinomi originally held delicacies during Japanese tea ceremonies, but in time came to be used for drinking sake afterward. They have therefore evolved alongside Japan’s unique tea culture.

Guinomi

Lacquerware

Japanese lacquerware, also called shikki in Japanese, is a proud handicraft with a long history dating back to 5,000 BCE, and traditional methods are still followed today. Durable, light, antibacterial, and robust enough to endure for more than one hundred years, Japanese lacquerware is not only beautiful, but also highly functional. 

In addition to the fine Japanese lacquerware found in antique and vintage pieces, there is also contemporary Japanese lacquerware suitable for modern life made by artisans who continue to improve their skills and pass on tradition today. 

Lacquerware