What are the 5 Best Sake Sets Made of Imari (Arita) Ware?

In this time, we would like to introduce the 5 best sake cups made of Imari (Arita) ware (yaki)!  If you are wondering what Imari ware is, please take a look at this article! Then, here we go!


1.Arita Ware Sake Set Yuno

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Imari ware, or Imari-yaki, is known for the smooth and hard texture–such as a glass. It is more durable than other potteries and it is best to use as a tableware.

 

 

 

2.Arita Ware Sake Set Old Imari【Wooden Boxed】

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One of the three styles of Arita Ware, “Old Imari.” As the name suggests, it resembled the items produced during the Edo time period. Nowadays, it is made using a colorful pattern of red and gold.

 

3. Arita Ware Masterpiece Sake Set Cinnabar【Wooden Boxed】

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Imagine a sake vessel set in a wooden box, to be presented to someone special? We are sure the recipient will be happy with the luxurious Arita Ware in its high quality wooden box.

 

 

 

4. Arita Ware Sake Set Yugen【Wooden Boxed】

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“Arita Ware Sake Set Yugen”is very suitable for drinking any type of sake. In addition, it is best for hot sake.
(Junmai-shu, Honjozo-shu and Futsuu-shu often make a good candidate for hot sake.)
The texture is refined and elegant.
It is not only best for daily use but also for a gift.

5. Arita Ware Sake Set Navy 【Paper Boxed】

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It is said that in the early 17th century the Korean potter, Sanbei Kanagae (commonly known as Li Sanpei) and others discovered the porcelain stone used as the raw material for porcelain in Izumiyama, Arita.
As the first porcelain production area in Japan, it has continued manufacturing for 400 years centering on tableware and arts and crafts.