Masu
Updated at 2023-05-22
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The container in the picture that looks suspiciously like a wooden box is actually a cup specifically for drinking sake! The ritual of drinking sake from a "masu cup" is a unique process in its own right. First, a shot glass is placed in the center of the masu. Sake is poured into the glass until it overflows into the masu. This custom exists because, in ancient times, only wealthy families could afford to drink sake, so pouring sake generously symbolized abundance and wealth. Traditionally, the masu is only used on major holidays and special occasions to add a woody aroma to the drink.
Name
Masu
Giver
Narita City Hall
Friendly States
Japan
City
Narita City, Chiba Prefecture
Alliance Date: September 16, 2016
Language: Japanese
Area: 214 square kilometers
Population: Approx. 130,000 people
Main Industries/Features: Narita is home to Narita International Airport and many meticulously preserved temples well over 1,000 years old. While embracing modernization, the city remains committed to preserving its rich cultural and historical heritage. Narita is designated as one of the National Strategic Special Zones by the Japanese government, along with Tokyo, Kanagawa Prefecture, Chiba Prefecture and Chiba City. The city continues to attract global corporate investments through its ever-advancing logistics hubs, foreign business support, and expansive commercial facilities.
Size
L83cm W33.5cm H0.5cm
Category
Wooden Objects
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