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Sake and Sake Vessels
Once reserved for the gods, sake became the people's drink over time. A wide variety of containers are required for the sake to be brewed and consumed. Sake vessels, classified by function such as those for brewing, storing, transporting, and drinking, have changed with time, and developed in tandem with advances in sake brewing technology.
History of Sake Brewing and Sake Vessels
The timeline lists matters related to sake and sake vessels along the history of sake brewing from its beginnings to the modern era. You will also find sake cups and other utensils related to sake.
Sake cups
Sake drinking vessels have been used throughout the history of sake brewing, changing from earthenware (kawarake) to lacquerware and ceramic. The sake cup was shaped by prevailing fashions as part of sake culture.
Masterpiece of Sake Cups
In the Edo period (1603-1868), when many kilns emerged to produce ceramic sake cups, craftsmen known as master artisans produced exquisite pieces. The master artisan's excellent craftsmanship is beautifully expressed in the tiny confines of the sake cup.
Kawari-Hai(Unusual variety of Sake Cups)
You will find sake cups designed to liven up the drinking experience, such as "bekuhai" for entertaining guests and "kinenhai" for commemorative occasions, which are fun to look at and drink from.
Sake cups across Japan
The map shows Japan's pottery production areas, and ceramic cups from each area are arranged by region.
Sake fills the cup, timelessly
Kiku-Masamune is committed to the traditional kimoto method to produce tasty dry sake that complements the food and keeps you engaged. We invite you to find a sake cup that enhances the flavor of sake and enjoy it with your favorite snacks.