• Gold and black Japanese sake set "Zen" pottery with a sake carafe and two cups, beside a wooden box with a chrysanthemum crest.
  • A hand carefully lifting a handcrafted sake cup (ochoko) from a concrete surface to sip, with the sake carafe and bottle nearby.
  • Japanese matcha bowl with spout "Zen" pottery from Japan, featuring a gold and black glaze with an artisan seal.
  • Two Japanese sake cups ochoko "Zen" gold and black pottery from Japan, featuring an engraved artisan seal on the front.
  • Inside view of a Japanese matcha bowl with spout "Zen" pottery, showing the radiant gold and black glaze, made in Japan.
  • Closed rectangular Ninshu's wooden box for Japanese sake set pottery, featuring a branded chrysanthemum crest on the lid.
  • Open rectangular Ninshu's wooden box for a Japanese pottery sake set, showing wrapped vessels with a yellow cloth inside.
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Japanese Sake Set "Zen" - Katakuchi Carafe & 2 Cups

Japanese Sake Set "Zen" - Katakuchi Carafe & 2 Cups

£140.00 GBP
£140.00 GBP
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The Japanese Sake Set "Zen" - Katakuchi Carafe & 2 Cups is handcrafted by Ninshu, the official kiln of World Heritage Ninna-ji Temple. Master artisans individually wheel-throw each vessel, leaving precise forms and bold, tactile finger-line markings. The harmony of radiant gold and black glazes complements dark-toned living rooms or side tables. The microwave-safe katakuchi carafe and two cups are ideal for preparing warm sake. The official "Ninshu" stamp on the vessel and the golden imperial chrysanthemum emblem on the black box represent its supreme quality and royal history, creating an unparalleled gift of Japan's finest craft. Blending traditional craft beauty with dishwasher-safe ease, this set beautifully elevates your sake-tasting experience to a truly authentic level.

Product Details

  • Quantity: 1 Katakuchi Carafe & 2 Sake Cups (Ochoko)
  • Dimension:
    　Sake Carafe (Sake Pitcher): Diameter 4.3 in (11cm) × Height 2.8 in (7cm)
    　Sake Cup (Ochoko): Diameter 2.4 in (6cm) × Height 1.8 in (4.5cm)
  • Capacity: Sake Cup: 80ml (2.7 oz)
  • Weight:
    　Carafe: 220g (7.8 oz)
    　Sake Cup: 70g (2.5 oz)
  • Material: Pottery (Kyo-yaki)
  • Origin: Made in Kyoto, Japan
  • Brand: Ninshu

Authentic Japanese Craftsmanship

  • We partner with over 20 small workshops in Japan, where artisans have honed their skills for 100+ years.
  • Every piece is 100% made in Japan, using premium local materials and traditional techniques.
  • Your order ships directly from Japan with end-to-end care.

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  • Flat rate on orders under USD 400: USD 10  (or equivalent in your local currency).
  • Multiple items ship together at no extra cost.

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  • These charges are determined by your local customs and are the buyer’s responsibility and are not included at checkout. 
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Important Notices

  • There may be variations in color and finish due to the flow of the glaze. Please understand this in advance.
  • Dimensions are in millimeters (mm), but please allow for slight differences due to the handmade nature of the product.
  • Due to the characteristics of ceramics, please understand that there may be some differences in color.
  • The glaze contains iron, which may discolor when in contact with oil, but washing will restore its original texture.
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Top Highlights

  • Authentic Handcrafted Kyo-Yaki Heritage

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    Premium Hot Sake with Modern Utility

    This sake set with a carafe (2.8" H × 4.3" W) and cups (1.7" H × 2.3" W) is microwave and dishwasher safe, letting you enjoy hot sake effortlessly.

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    Blending radiant gold and deep black glazes, "Zen" brings profound tranquility and wabi-sabi elegance to modern dark-toned dining tables.

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Gold and black Japanese sake set "Zen" pottery with a sake carafe and two cups, beside a wooden box with a chrysanthemum crest.

Kyo-yaki Pottery: 350 Years of Timeless Wheel-Thrown Artistry

Inheriting the tradition of Omuro-yaki, the 350-year-old root of Kyoto's Kyo-yaki, Ninshu honors true artisan craftsmanship. While 99% of modern ceramics are mass-produced, each piece is 100% wheel-thrown by certified master artisans, creating a bold, design-registered "finger-line" texture. The vessel's character comes from "hand-applied glazing." Since the clay is soft, the glaze deeply penetrates the earthenware, transforming inside the kiln through a masterfully controlled "Yohen" (kiln change) firing process. This profound heritage brings timeless beauty to every item, from a matcha bowl with a spout to an incense holder.

Closed square Ninshu's wooden gift box for Japanese matcha bowl pottery, featuring a branded chrysanthemum crest on the center of the lid.

Ninshu: Reviving a Legendary Kyoto Pottery Kiln for Modern Wabi-Sabi Living

Ninshu is a distinguished pottery brand proudly appointed by Ninna-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site founded in 888. In 1983, the brand revived the legendary "Omuro Kiln," originally opened in 1646 by Nonomura Ninsei, the father of Kyoto pottery. It stands as the only kiln permitted to bear the imperial chrysanthemum crest. Through the master artisans' wheel-throwing and hand-glazing techniques, Ninshu creates beautiful everyday vessels, including their unique matcha bowl with spout and sake ware. Blending historic craft with modern lifestyles, these pieces are microwave and dishwasher safe, bringing the warmth of handmade craft and a touch of wabi-sabi to your daily life and ritual.

Two Japanese sake cups ochoko "Zen" gold and black pottery from Japan, featuring an engraved artisan seal on the front.

A "Zen" Japanese Sake Set for Your Nightly Drink At Home.

This Japanese Kyo-yaki sake set "Zen" beautifully harmonizes radiant gold with deep black. Embodying the spirit of Zen, its striking contrast brings profound tranquility and a touch of wabi sabi to your tasting moments. Hand-thrown by master artisans of Ninshu, appointed by the World Heritage Ninna-ji Temple, it features ergonomic finger-lines for a comfortable grip. It pairs perfectly with Japanese-style and dark interiors, serving as authentic drinkware for cafes and restaurants. Treat yourself to the mature luxury of savoring sake by your side table. Microwave and dishwasher safe, you can effortlessly enjoy warm hot sake. The sake carafe (ideal as a sake pitcher, Dia 4.3"/11cm x H 2.8"/7cm) and two sake cups (ochoko, Dia 2.3"/6cm x H 1.7"/4.5cm, 80ml) elevate special dinners, making it the ultimate gift for sake lovers.

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