{"title":"NEW ARRIVAL","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"4744","title":"Japanese Sake Set - Hakuji Peony Porcelain, Hand Carved by Mikihiko Yamaguchi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMasterpiece by a Porcelain Craftsman with Over Forty Years of Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatured in major newspapers and media outlets, this set includes two sake vessels—a tokkuri and guinomi—adorned with intricate openwork carvings. These vessels, dedicated to the pureness of white porcelain, embody uncompromising attention to both appearance and form. The tokkuri's delicate mouth is designed for easy pouring.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArita Porcelain White and Luxurious Peonies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese vessels, distinguished by their brilliant \"white,\" are a fitting tribute to \"Arita,\" the birthplace of porcelain. Peony flowers, intricately carved in openwork, bloom on the translucent white porcelain. Describing the beauty of women, there's a saying, \"when standing, a peony; when seated, a chrysanthemum; when walking, a lily.\" Revered as the \"King of Flowers,\" peonies have long symbolized elegance and have been cherished for their splendor.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Testament to Advanced Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen illuminated, the peony patterns on these vessels shine and gleam. The high-level skill required to intricately carve uniform peony patterns is unique to the craftsman. Arita's clay is exceptionally hard, making it challenging to turn on the potter's wheel. Despite these difficulties, the craftsman expertly applies advanced techniques to create finely detailed openwork carvings, considering every angle to achieve optimal translucency.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArita Porcelain: Combining Utility and Beauty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePorcelain is considered the ideal choice for sake vessels. Using the finest Arita clay, it exhibits non-absorbent properties and resists staining, making maintenance effortless. Unlike earthenware, it doesn't retain any earthy odors, allowing you to fully enjoy the aroma of your sake. 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These sake cups, like a box of colorful gemstones, bring joy just by looking at them.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSake Cups to Last a Lifetime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade from the highest-quality natural porcelain stone sourced from Amakusa, Kyushu, the original material for these sake cups is of the utmost quality. Arita porcelain sake cups, fired at an extreme temperature of 1300 degrees, offer a silky-smooth touch, remarkable durability, and a lack of water absorption, making them easy to clean. There's no earthy odor typically associated with pottery, allowing you to fully savor the aroma of your beverages. 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