Honored by Their Majesties

This handcrafted guinomi (sake cup) is a masterpiece from the renowned color painting kiln, Jinkiln (crafted by Mr. Hiroshi Obata), which has received the honor of being presented by Their Majesties, the Emperor and Empress of Japan. The cherry blossom depicted with an extremely fine brush on the smooth milky-white porcelain is exceptionally elegant and beautiful. The subtle placement of cherry blossoms and the white porcelain's blank spaces masterfully express the style of the Arita ware's three prestigious families, particularly in the tradition of Kakiemon.

Delicate Cherry Blossom Painting

The intricately painted delicate cherry blossom pattern on both sides shines beautifully. The contours are outlined in black, enhancing the contrast between the cherry blossoms painted in color and the smooth porcelain surface in white, creating a striking and vivid visual impact.

Arita Ware, where Japan's Beauty Blooms

The guinomi, color-painted with cherry blossoms, allows you to fully enjoy the traditional Japanese aesthetic that has been passed down through the ages. The luxurious composition of cherry blossoms adorned on pure white porcelain with deliberately added blank spaces enhances the elegance and vividness of each individual cherry blossom.

The Ultimate Guinomi to Appreciate Blank Space Beauty

In the world of pottery, blank space is considered as crucial as the area where the painting is done. This concept is well-known in calligraphy and the world of ikebana (flower arranging). Please savor the exquisitely detailed and beautiful cherry blossoms that only the master, Hiroshi Obata, can paint, along with the beauty of 'blank space,' which is special in its own right.

Perfect Accompaniment for Japanese Sake

With the global boom in Japanese sake, both domestically and internationally, the appreciation for guinomi, ochoko (small sake cups), and sake cups as gifts has been growing. Luxurious Arita ware wrapped in paulownia boxes is well-received not only as a souvenir or gift to bring abroad but also for occasions like housewarming celebrations.

Product Size

Height: 3 cm (1.18 inches),
Diameter: 7 cm (2.76 inches)

※There may be slight variations in size and other aspects as these products are handmade.

Content

Sake cup×1、Paulownia Box、Creator profile Booklet

Care & CautionCreator

- You can use the microwave and dishwasher.
- However, please avoid rapid heating, rapid cooling, or overheating as it may lead to damage to the utensil.
- Refrain from subjecting it to strong impacts, as it may result in breakage.

Creator

【Name】Yuji Obata

【Abstract】Hiroshi Obata, known as "Nin Kiln," is a prominent kiln in Arita-yaki (Arita porcelain), representing the Kakiemon style that has had a significant influence worldwide. He has been honored with the highest recognition of presenting his works to Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan, and he has held solo exhibitions in the United States and Europe. His distinctive features include vibrant overglaze enamels and extremely fine detailing. He employs the finest materials available and has pioneered new horizons for the Kakiemon style in the world of ceramics.

Yuji Obata's other product is here