{"product_id":"japanese-sake-set-sumi-black-katakuchi-carafe-2-cups","title":"Japanese Sake Set \"Sumi Black\" - Katakuchi Carafe \u0026 2 Cups","description":"\u003ch1\u003eJapanese Sake Set \"Sumi Black\" - Katakuchi Carafe \u0026amp; 2 Cups\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTransform your evenings with the \"Sumi Black\" Japanese sake set by Ninshu, the official kiln of Kyoto's World Heritage site, Ninna-ji Temple. Each machine-free piece is 100% handmade through traditional wheel-throwing, beautifully capturing the exact moment where raw clay reaches its physical limit. With a dynamic ink-wash gradient, its bold design pairs beautifully with dark-toned living rooms or side tables to introduce an authentic Japanese aesthetic. Featuring an ergonomic finger-line texture, this sake carafe and two ochoko cups are microwave-safe for effortlessly enjoying premium hot sake. Stamped with an official seal certifying imperial heritage, this dishwasher-safe masterpiece seamlessly bridges timeless craftsmanship with modern utility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity: 1 Katakuchi Carafe \u0026amp; 2 Sake Cups (Ochoko)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDimension:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSake Carafe (Sake Pitcher): Diameter 4.3 in (11cm) × Height 2.8 in (7cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSake Cup (Ochoko): Diameter 2.4 in (6cm) × Height 1.8 in (4.5cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: Sake Cup: 80ml (2.7 oz)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: Carafe: 220g (7.8 oz) \/ Sake Cup: 70g (2.5 oz) \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Pottery (Kyo-yaki)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Made in Kyoto, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Ninshu\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKyo-yaki Pottery: 350 Years of Timeless Wheel-Thrown Artistry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInheriting 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNinshu: Reviving a Legendary Kyoto Pottery Kiln for Modern Wabi-Sabi Living\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNinshu 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA \"Sumi Black\" Japanese Sake Set for Your Sake Ritual\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \"Sumi Black\" Kyo-yaki sake set beautifully contrasts a deep black glaze with unglazed clay. Hand-thrown by master artisans of Ninshu, a kiln appointed by the World Heritage Ninna-ji Temple, its bold ink-wash design evokes a deep sense of wabi sabi. It pairs seamlessly with modern, dark-toned interiors—perfect for a relaxing evening sipping sake by the side table. Microwave-safe, it allows you to effortlessly enjoy premium hot sake with loved ones. The ergonomic sake carafe (also 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) fit comfortably in hand. A timeless masterpiece that makes the ultimate gift for sake lovers or a mindful addition to your daily ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ninshu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53617812406545,"sku":"2911","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/1400\/4241\/files\/japanese-sake-set-sumi-black-katakuchi-carafe-and-2-cups-black-pottery-with-box.jpg?v=1780415598","url":"https:\/\/millenniumgalleryjp.com\/products\/japanese-sake-set-sumi-black-katakuchi-carafe-2-cups","provider":"Millennium Gallery JP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}