Hirashimizu Ceramic Sake Bottle

Handmade with expert craftsmanship in Hirashimizu Village, Yamagata Prefecture, this rustic porcelain sake bottle (tokkuri) is crafted using iron-rich soil found in the local area. During firing, red pine ash is added to the clay, producing a beautiful matt glaze that resembles the skin of a pear, with shades of blue and dull copper-red. The artisans behind this tokkuri have over 200 years of pottery-making heritage, and each bottle is crafted with a focus on craftsmanship rather than artistry, making it perfect for everyday use.

Small size: Ø6.3 cm x H14 cm

Large size: Ø7.5 cm x H16 cm

Kyūshū and Okinawa

This is Japan’s south-west region including the island of Kyūshū and the sub-tropical island chain of Okinawa. Kyūshū was an early centre of Japanese civilization, and offers many historic treasures, modern cities and volcanic natural beauty. It is home to the ports of Kagoshima, Nagasaki and Fukuoka, the porcelain manufacturing centre in Arita and the Tanegashima Space Center launch site.