Japanese Floating Chrysanthemum Sakazuki - Traditional Flat Sake Cup for Ceremonial Drinking, Gift Giving & Home Decor | Authentic Japanese Tableware for Sushi, Tea Ceremonies & Asian Dining Experience

Product Description

This sakazuki sake cup creates the enchanting image of chrysanthemum flowers floating on water when filled with sake. Its thin porcelain rim feels exceptionally smooth against the lips, enhancing the delicate nuances of the sake's flavor.

The intricate chrysanthemum design is crafted using the Hirado chrysanthemum technique, a traditional method that involves forming each petal by hand. Artisans use a pointed bamboo tool to carve petals one by one from a lump of porcelain clay. After completing the first round of carving, the petals are delicately raised and arranged to form the chrysanthemum. Once glazed and fired, the petals transform from sharp, defined shapes into soft, natural-looking blooms.

Made from Amakusa ceramic stone sourced from Kumamoto, this sake cup is distinguished by its translucent white finish and subtle pearlescent texture, embodying both elegance and tradition.