🎎 Vintage Japanese Sake Cup – Deep Glazed Ceramic (Showa Era) – Japan Antique Roadshow
🎎 This sake cup carries the quiet depth of Japanese ceramic tradition, its glaze shimmering like still water at night. Compact in size yet full of character, the piece balances naturally in the hand, offering both elegance and utility. Its form reflects the enduring Japanese philosophy of beauty in simplicity—an everyday object elevated through skill and care.
Close inspection reveals no damage, only the subtle irregularities of kiln-fired clay, each a trace of the maker’s hand. Whether used in ritual to savor sake, displayed in a collection, or enjoyed as a small vessel for tea or other drinks, this cup embodies a timeless aesthetic from Japan’s mid–late Showa era.
📏 Approximate details
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Material: Glazed ceramic
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Dimensions: 5 cm tall × ~5.2 cm rim × ~3.2 cm base
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Weight: 70 g
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Condition: Excellent; no chips or scratches
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Era: Likely late Showa (mid–late 20th century)
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Curated in Shizuoka City by Kurt Bell (softypapa), this piece offers a quiet, tangible connection to Japan’s drinking traditions and the meditative simplicity of its ceramic craft.
Quality Guarantee & Returns
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- Because the products are made to order, we do not accept general returns or sizing-related returns.