Lacquered (Shi-moa) Sake Cup, Sandalwood, Red, Yamanaka Lacquerware, Tsubame-Sanjo

Shi-moa is a beautiful sake cup that combines the advanced stainless steel processing and polishing techniques of Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, with Yamanaka lacquerware, a traditional craft from Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture.

Among the lacquerware (Shi-moa) products, this "Sandalwood" series is sprinkled with gold powder using the unique "lacquer flow" technique to create a pattern that resembles sparkling flowing water. The color fades over time, allowing you to enjoy watching it develop as you use it.

The stainless steel body has a hollow double structure, which makes it difficult for water droplets to form and has excellent cold retention. While taking advantage of the functionality of the stainless steel material, the exterior is finished with lacquer, which adds a moist texture and makes it soft to the touch.

Uchiki, the maker of this sake cup, is an amazing manufacturer that has inherited and spread the traditional techniques of Yamanaka lacquerware since its founding in 1888.

We also have a selection of black sake cups, so please enjoy your sake in these beautiful sake cups.

This product will be shipped in a paulownia wood box.

It also comes with 10 coasters made from Echizen washi paper, a traditional craft from Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture.

The tray and sake shown in the photo are not included.

Precautions for Using Lacquerware

• Please handle lacquerware with care, as the surface can be delicate.
• When storing or using it together with other items, friction or accidental scratches may cause the lacquer coating to wear or peel.
• Wash gently by hand, wipe dry with a soft cloth, and store in a place away from direct sunlight.
  This will help preserve the lacquer surface for many years.
• Do not soak the item in water. Prolonged exposure may cause the lacquer to deteriorate or peel.
• Avoid using microwave ovens, ovens, direct heat, or dishwashers, as these may damage the lacquerware.
• As this is a handcrafted lacquer item, please take care to avoid impacts, rubbing, or dropping it, as this may cause the lacquer to peel or the surface sheen to fade.
• The unevenness (grains) on the lacquered surface of the urushi nagashi (sandalwood series) occurs in areas where gold LG powder was sprinkled on after the nagashi lacquer was applied, or in areas where lacquer was applied on top of LG powder remaining on the surface. Please note that this is not dust or dirt.