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Japanese Sakazuki Sake Cups

A sakazuki is a traditional Japanese sake cup distinguished by its wide, shallow shape. It has been used in Japan for centuries during ceremonies, celebrations, and formal occasions, including weddings, New Year festivities, and other important cultural events.

Unlike a guinomi or an ochoko, a sakazuki is designed to be sipped slowly, allowing the drinker to appreciate the aroma, flavor, and presentation of the sake. Its elegant form also symbolizes respect, harmony, and hospitality in Japanese culture.

Today, sakazuki cups are crafted in a variety of materials, including porcelain, ceramic, lacquerware, and glass. Beautifully decorated examples, such as Kutani ware sakazuki, are treasured not only for enjoying sake but also as collectible works of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

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Japanese Drinkware

Discover authentic Japanese drinkware, including yunomi teacups, mugs, tumblers, and free cups. Crafted in Japan using traditional techniques, each piece combines beautiful design, skilled craftsmanship, and everyday functionality.

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    Arrived in excellent condition

    Arrived in excellent condition. Extremely well packaged. Shipping time was very short. Product was what we were expecting.

    Wayne Myers
    KUTANI JAPANESE PAIR OF FREE CUPS OVERGLAZE ENAMEL PAINTING BIRDS WITH CHERRY BLOSSOMS
    A beautiful piece of artwork!

    A gift for my wife’s birthday.
    She loves it,

    Michael Auderer
    KUTANI WARE VASE FLOWERS
    Wonderful product

    I couldn't be happier with this Kutani ware incense burner. The decoration is just beautiful. The store were very quick to process and ship my order - I'd happily buy from them again.

    Richard Plunkett
    JAPANESE INCENSE BURNER KUTANI KIN HANAZUME
    Perfect Gift for your love ones

    Long lead item but was perfect when received.

    shin
    KUTANI WARE SINGLE-FLOWER VASE – RED FUJI BY FUKUDA SHŌRYŪ (GIFT BOX)
    Beautiful Pottery

    Super fast international shipping, extremely well packed and beautiful presentation. COMPLETELY WOWED!

    Hiruton
    JAPANESE KUTANI SAKE SET KO-KUTANI PINE, BAMBOO & PLUM
    Perfect

    Packaging was perfect and arrive safely. Amazing packaging and execution

    kei
    KUTANI WARE MATCHA BOWL - GOLDEN MOON AND RABBIT DESIGN
    Great Product!!

    it arrived elegantly wrapped and safely packed, the item itself is fabulous.

    dona
    KUTANI JAPANESE FLOWER VASE - GOLDEN TREE DESIGN, JAPANESE CERAMIC ART
    Perfect

    I was so pleased with the beautiful craftsmanship of this delicate bowl, and the way it came wrapped in a wooden box tied up in cloth. Exceptional experience.

    sho
    KUTANI JAPANESE MATCHA BOWL-YOSHIDAYA STYLE SAKURA AND BIRD DESIGN,
    Definitely one to keep!

    As beautiful as it is on the photo! It feels one of a kind.

    sumisu
    KUTANI GOLD GLAZE DARUMA LUCKY CAT(MANEKI NEKO) FIGURINE WITH CUSHION
    Beautiful Pottery

    Very pleased with both the item and customer service experience. Beautifully packaged, fast delivery, great communication from seller.

    carl
    KUTANI WARE LUCKY CAT(MANEKI NEKO) PINK MORI
    Perfect

    The website, product, process and service have all been first-class.

    yoh
    KUTANI WARE 10-INCH LUCKY CAT(MANEKI NEKO)(TAKARABUNE)(BEDDING INCLUDED)
    Great Product!!

    Nice flower vase. Good product!

    jin
    KUTANI WARE VASE WITH PLUM BLOSSOMS IN GOLD LEAF / TOYOSHI YAMADA
    I recommend this product

    This is adorable! I need all the colors!

    kei
    KUTANI WARE STANDING HINA DOLL(AYA・ROSE)/ TAKAYUKI HASEGAWA
    Happiest Face!

    Once again, I just put them all around my home and enjoy them!

    seth
    KUTANI WARE THE KOBAN MANEKI NEKO BLACK DECORATION
    Beautiful

    In love with it ... art

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    KUTANI WARE LUCKY CAT (MANEKI-NEKO) KUROMOJI SHŌCHIKUBAI