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A Japanese ceramic Conical Sake cup with a cherry blossom pattern. Tsukushi

A front view of a Japanese ceramic Conical Sake cup with a cherry blossom pattern. Tsukushi

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Nunobiki

Takane Guinomi Sake Cup Set of 2

A unique artisan piece — only this exact bowl exists

€94,00

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100% made in Japan, crafted with integrity and ethical labor practices.

Product Details

In the Box: 2 Handcrafted Japanese Sake cups (guinomi)
Material: Fine Glazed Pottery
Color Palette: Sakura Pink, Pale Mint Green, Pale Gold, Soft Ivory, Ash Gray
Dimensions: Approx. Diameter 1.8" × Height 2.4" (45 × 60 mm)
Weight: Approx. 2.5 oz (70 g)

Exclusivity Note: These cups cannot be reordered or remade. Owning them means owning the only ones that exists.

The Takane handcrafted guinomi is shaped for slow, premium sake, with a slimmer conical profile to lift aroma and focus flavor.

Kazuhiro Kojima of Nunobiki Kiln finishes each cup with the Nanasai Tenmoku glazing technique, layering tones that form a branching tree over a soft, mineral ground.

Subtle rim and glaze asymmetries carry a wabi sabi feel and keep it apart from factory ware. The footed base sits steady, and the curve stays comfortable through a quiet evening pour, on the table or beside a small tray of appetizers.

Beyond sake, it also suits fine liquor, amaro, or whisky cream after dinner.

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Individually Made for a More Personal Pour
Each Takane handcrafted guinomi is shaped by hand, so no two cups ever come out in exactly the same way.
Slight variations in rim, glaze flow, and silhouette are natural signs of the artisan’s touch, giving every piece its own quiet identity.
This handmade irregularity sets Takane apart from factory ware and makes each cup feel more intimate and distinctive in use.
Nanasai Tenmoku with a Tree-Like Glaze Pattern
The defining feature of Takane is its Nanasai Tenmoku (七彩天目) glaze, applied by Kazuhiro Kojima at Nunobiki Kiln.
Layered tones spread across the surface in a branching pattern that recalls the form of a tree over a soft mineral-like ground. Paired with the slimmer conical shape and steady footed base, this glaze gives the cup both visual depth and a refined structure that suits slow, premium sake.
Cultural Heritage of the Guinomi
As a guinomi (ぐい呑み), Takane belongs to a traditional Japanese cup form used for enjoying sake in a more relaxed and personal way.
Compared with flatter or more ceremonial sake vessels, the guinomi is valued for its comfortable hold and its closeness to everyday sake culture.
Its shape encourages a slower, more attentive way of drinking, making it a natural vessel for those who appreciate the quiet ritual behind Japanese sake.

Care Guide

About your Takane cups
Created for daily use and quiet enjoyment, your artisanal sake cups are meant to be lived with, with just a little gentle care.

Maintenance
• Gentle Cleaning: Wash by hand with mild soap and water, then dry with a soft cloth.
• Preservation: Avoid abrasive detergents, rough scrubbers, or careless handling to help preserve the finish over time.

The Artist

Taro Kojima

Location: Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture, Japan
Technique: Nanasai Tenmoku
Tradition: Kyoto ware / Shigaraki ware

Born in 1940 in Miyagi Prefecture, Taro Kojima spent his formative years training across Kyoto and Shigaraki, absorbing two of Japan's most distinct ceramic traditions before establishing Nunobiki Kiln in Higashiomi City, Shiga Prefecture.

Nestled near the shores of Lake Biwa, the kiln is a family endeavor where monozukuri is not a philosophy but a daily rhythm. Working with Shigaraki clay, prized for its coarse grain and its deep affinity with fire, Kojima-san approaches each piece as a singular event.

His signature Nanasai Tenmoku glaze is applied entirely by hand. Through firing, it transforms into deep transparency and varied color, capable of rendering natural imagery directly onto the clay, making every piece genuinely unrepeatable.

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Takana Sake Cups Q&A

Can the Takane guinomi go in the microwave or dishwasher?

The Takane guinomi can be used in the microwave, but dishwasher use is best avoided. Gentle hand washing helps preserve the glaze, the branching surface pattern, and the refined finish of this handcrafted sake cup over time.

Is the Takane guinomi set meant only for special occasions?

Takane is made for real use, not only for display.
Its comfortable conical shape, steady footed base, and balanced size make it well suited to quiet everyday pours as well as more intentional moments at the table.

How Takane are different from other sake cups?

Takane are guinomi (ぐい呑み), traditional Japanese sake cups known for their easy hold and more personal feel.
Compared to flatter forms such as sakazuki (盃), guinomi feel more relaxed in the hand and are closely tied to everyday sake culture rather than formal ceremony.

What makes the Takane sake cup distinctive?

Each Takane cup is shaped by hand by Kazuhiro Kojima of Nunobiki Kiln and finished with Nanasai Tenmoku (七彩天目).
The tree-like glaze pattern, soft mineral tones, and slight variations in rim and silhouette give every piece a quiet individuality.

Can the Takane guinomi be used for liquor or spirits too?

Yes. Although Takane is rooted in sake culture, it also works beautifully for fine liquor, spirits, amaro, or even a small pour of whisky cream after dinner.
Its narrower profile helps make each sip feel more focused and deliberate.

Would the Takane guinomi set make a good gift?

Yes. Takane makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who appreciates Japanese pottery, handcrafted objects, or refined drinking vessels.
Its traditional guinomi form, artistic glaze, and one-of-a-kind character give it a personal and lasting appeal.

Do you ship the Takane guinomi set to the US and Europe with insurance?

Yes. We ship worldwide, including the United States and Europe.
Each Takane guinomi is carefully packed for international delivery and shipped with insurance, so it can travel safely from Japan to your home.

Takane Guinomi Sake Cup Set of 2

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