Vibrant Hanazume Sake Set

A meadow of flowers, delicately outlined in gold and set against vibrant backgrounds of pink, blue, or orange, decorates the tokkuri sake carafe and two ochoko sake cups in this set. Equally elegant and playful, this set invites you to find seasonal flowers depicted no matter what time of the year you choose to savor a sip of sake.

This intricate floral motif is crafted using the hanazume technique, a decorative painting method of Kutani ware. Meaning "filled with flowers," hanazume features a multi-seasonal array of traditional Japanese flowers, densely covering the surface in vibrant colors and accented with gold outlines. Introduced by Mizuta Shiro in Kanazawa City during the Taisho period (1912 CE–1926 CE), this technique continues to represent the rich history and artistry of Kutani ceramics.

Adorned with a dense and vibrant flower motif featuring traditional Japanese seasonal flowers, such as spring peonies and autumn chrysanthemums, the design is not limited to any specific season and can be enjoyed every day of the year.

Whether on a special occasion or a quiet evening, this set is the perfect way to share sake with someone special. It makes an ideal wedding present or housewarming gift.

Established in 2011 by Kutani ware artist Yamachika Yasushi, Taishi Kiln is a relatively new kiln whose focus mainly lies in creating modern designs rooted in tradition and ceramic pieces that stand out with their ease of use in everyday life.

PRODUCT DETAIL

• Quantity: 1 sake carafe and 2 sake cups
• Dimension: [Sake carafe] 10 cm (3.9 in) x H 12 cm (4.7 in)
  [Sake cups] D 5.7 cm (2.2 in) x H 4 cm (1.6 in)
• Capacity: [Sake carafe] 250 ml (8.5 oz)
  [Sake cups] 40 ml (1.4 oz)
• Material: Porcelain
• Origin: Made in Japan - Kutani ware
• Brand: Taishi Kiln