{"title":"Sakazuki","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is a Sakazuki?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esakazuki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kutani-ware-sakazuki-morikin-teseen-karakusamon-shirochibu-kingyoku-nakada-copy","title":"KUTANI WARE SAKAZUKI – WHITE AOCHIBU WITH RAISED GOLD HŌSŌGE ARABESQUE BY KINGYOKU NAKATA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThird Generation Nakata Kingyoku: Master of the Aochibu Technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is the work of Nakata Kingyoku, a renowned artisan who continues to preserve the rare Aochibu (blue dot) technique. Aochibu is a method in which tiny green dots are meticulously applied one by one using a special tool called \"itchin\" over a colored background. Kingyoku's skill in creating uniformly sized dots with perfect spacing is truly extraordinary, elevating this technique to an almost divine level. The small clusters of dots form intricate swirling patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, the depicted grape motif is rendered in a three-dimensional style using raised gold (morikin) and platinum (hakugin-mori) techniques. 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The radiant, festive design captures the joy and refinement of Japan’s New Year celebration, making it perfect for seasonal gatherings and special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"763\"\u003eThe set includes one \u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"547\"\u003esake server (choshi)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"582\"\u003ethree sake cups (sakazuki)\u003c\/strong\u003e, symbolizing good fortune and harmony. 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