Edo Kiriko Glass Sake Cup
Updated at 2025-04-22
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This exquisite sake cup showcases Edo Kiriko, a Japanese traditional glass-cutting art designated as an official national craft. Made by artisans who skillfully cut patterns into molten crystal glass heated to 1,350°C, the cup features intricate designs that interplay with light. The dual-layered structure of transparent and colored glass creates dazzling optical effects with every shift in angle.
Name
Edo Kiriko Glass Sake Cup
Giver
Numata Kazutoshi, Mayor, Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture
Friendly States
Japan
City
Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture
Language: Japanese
Area: 58.89 square kilometers
Population: Approx. 77,900 people
Main Industries/Features: Located in southern Ibaraki Prefecture, Ushiku City is known for its beautiful natural environment and rich historical and cultural heritage. Among its notable landmarks, the Ushiku Daibutsu stands out as a major tourist attraction.
Size
8.5cm*8.5cm*9cm
Category
Glazes and crystals
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