Care instruction of Japanese sake cup（Pottery）
It is safe to wash sake cups by hand with dishwashing detergent as you would regular tableware. Pottery is highly absorbent and should be washed promptly after use, as odors and stains will soak into it if left unattended after use. Use of a dishwasher is not recommended. If the water pressure causes the dishes to collide with each other, there is a possibility of breakage. If you want to use it for a long time, wash it gently with a soft sponge and neutral detergent. And as for storage, it is essential to dry the sake cup until it is completely dry when putting it away. If moisture remains, […]
History of Japanese sake cup
Until Heian period (794-1185） From prehistoric times until around the Heian period (794-1185), when sake belonged to the gods, sake was served in earthenware vessels, but since the Middle Ages, large wooden cups lacquered with vermilion were used and large groups of people drank cold sake together in a feast. Since sake at that time had only about half the alcohol content of today's sake, people did not become intoxicated after a few drinks. Early modern period In the early modern period, the alcohol content of sake became higher, and with the development of red light district, the form of drinking parties became smaller, so the size of the cups […]
Japanese sake cup to enhance the taste of each type of sake
In order to enjoy sake, it is important to select a suitable sake cup for each type of sake. Here we introduce the shape and characteristics of the recommended one for three types of sake. Junmai Sake For Junmai, which is characterized by its robust rice flavor and full-bodied taste, we recommend a vessel with wide top, rounded and shallow bottom. Also, larger bottom than top is preferable. The vessel brings out the aroma of the rice and the full flavor of the rice. Ginjo Sake The most effective vessels for serving Daiginjo and Ginjo are those with a wide top and a rounded bottom, like a wine glass. A […]
Why are there so many types of sake cups in Japan?
The reason why there are so many types of sake cups in Japan is because the sake culture is deeply rooted in the country. Sake has been consumed in Japan since ancient times, and sake has been an important part of Japanese culture, used at festivals, banquets, ceremonies, and many other occasions. Therefore, sake cups of various shapes and materials have been developed for the enjoyment of sake. In addition, Japan has its own unique culture, such as the tea ceremony , of which sake cups are an important part. In the tea ceremony , it is important to choose sake cups that match the season and the place （Tea […]
Basic Knowledge of Guinomi（Japanese sake cup）
What is Guinomi ? First of all, a "Guinomi", like a "Ochoko", is a type of vessel for holding sake. The characteristic feature of a Guinomi is its size. The size of a Guinomi is slightly smaller than a rice bowl, making it a larger vessel for holding sake. Therefore, sake is often poured directly from the bottle into a Guinomi. The name Guinomi is also characteristic. It is said that the name Guinomi came about because it is a vessel for "gulping" sake, but there are various theories about this, so it is difficult to say exactly what it means. Although different types of drinking vessels are used for […]