Arita Ware Sake Cups (Set of 5)

¥6,980


Hand-painted Ceramic Cups with Kikyo (bellflower) motif

  • Arita porcelain, Japan’s oldest porcelain, originated in the early 17th century in Arita, Saga Prefecture

  • These are pre-loved cups from 2000s that can be used as both guinomi (sake cups) and yunomi (tea cups)

  • Decorated with hand-painted Kikyo (bellflower) design

  • Kikyo have long been considered auspicious as it has a similar sound to kikkyo which means one’s destiny or fortune

  • In the past there was a custom of offering a single bellflower to Buddha and that he would then predict the offerer’s fortune

  • Marked Eiho kiln on base

SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER 4.3CM (1.7") X HEIGHT 6.3CM (2.5")

WEIGHT (without packaging)
242 Grams (Total for all items)

CONDITION - EXCLLENT

No damages - excellent condition.

Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.

Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.

SHIPPING

Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.

The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes (VAT), or fees that may apply.

Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.

Fragile items require extra wrapping for transit, which increases their weight, shipping fees, and overall pricing.

⚠️ US Customers: Japan Post has suspended shipping to the US from end of August 2025. The Tokyotique will resume shipping to the US once this service reopens.

  • Please note that since August 29, 2025, additional import fees apply to all commercial parcels entering the US.

  • Tariffs are not included in the item price and must be paid by the customer upon delivery.

  • Please confirm details with your local customs office.

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Hand-painted Ceramic Cups with Kikyo (bellflower) motif

  • Arita porcelain, Japan’s oldest porcelain, originated in the early 17th century in Arita, Saga Prefecture

  • These are pre-loved cups from 2000s that can be used as both guinomi (sake cups) and yunomi (tea cups)

  • Decorated with hand-painted Kikyo (bellflower) design

  • Kikyo have long been considered auspicious as it has a similar sound to kikkyo which means one’s destiny or fortune

  • In the past there was a custom of offering a single bellflower to Buddha and that he would then predict the offerer’s fortune

  • Marked Eiho kiln on base

SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER 4.3CM (1.7") X HEIGHT 6.3CM (2.5")

WEIGHT (without packaging)
242 Grams (Total for all items)

CONDITION - EXCLLENT

No damages - excellent condition.

Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.

Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.

SHIPPING

Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.

The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes (VAT), or fees that may apply.

Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.

Fragile items require extra wrapping for transit, which increases their weight, shipping fees, and overall pricing.

⚠️ US Customers: Japan Post has suspended shipping to the US from end of August 2025. The Tokyotique will resume shipping to the US once this service reopens.

  • Please note that since August 29, 2025, additional import fees apply to all commercial parcels entering the US.

  • Tariffs are not included in the item price and must be paid by the customer upon delivery.

  • Please confirm details with your local customs office.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE SAKE-RELATED ITEMS