Hibana Guinomi Sake Cup

Glass

Craft Company: Haku Glass

ORIGIN: Tokyo
SIZE: φ60 x H50mm
MATERIAL: Crystal glass

The enchantment of flame

A jewel-like sparkle that captivates at first glance. The flames rising powerfully from the bottom of the glass enliven the traditional Edo-style faceted patterns delicately carved into the glass. The exceptional sake flickers like a mirage when you look into it, inviting you to pleasantly lose yourself in the exquisite patterns of this gem.

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RESOURCE

Crystal glass
- Material
Glass to which lead oxide is added to remove impurities such as iron oxide. Crystal glass is characterized by high transparency, high reflectivity and refractive index, and a beautiful shine. It is often used for high-grade glassware and artistic crafts, and its brilliance enhanced by faceting and other decorations. Crystal glass is heavier than ordinary glass and produces a clear metallic sound when struck.
Kiriko (Cut glass)
- Technique
A technique of sculpting the surface of glass and applying various patterns on it with a grinder, achieved through various steps such as roughing, stoning, and polishing. Traditionally, the patterns are in geometric forms. Edo kiriko and Satsuma kiriko are the most widely known representations.
Edo kiriko
- Generic term
Generic name for traditional handmade cut glass originating from Tokyo. Said to have started back in 1834, latter half of Edo period. Cut patterns are very detailed, and the light reflection is clear because of the thinness of the glass.

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