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Hikisakazuki / TOHACHIYA

Lacquerware

Craft Company: Tohachiya

ORIGIN: Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture
SIZE: φ100mm × H20mm
MATERIAL: Zelkova

Celebrate with vermillion

The vermillion of lacquerware is a beautiful color reminiscent of Japan. This “Hikisakazuki (sake cup)” of Wajima lacquerware is made of a wooden base carved to the limit of thinness and reinforced with silk cloth. A breathtaking design with artistic beauty. The layers of lacquer with brilliant luster transforming your celebratory toast.