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.

US Customers - From August 29, 2025, US Customs is applying additional import fees on parcels entering the country. Please check with your local customs office for details.

⚠️Shipping to the US has been temporarily paused and will resume once tariff rates for postal services become clear. (August 13, 2025)

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

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


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.

US Customers - From August 29, 2025, US Customs is applying additional import fees on parcels entering the country. Please check with your local customs office for details.

⚠️Shipping to the US has been temporarily paused and will resume once tariff rates for postal services become clear. (August 13, 2025)

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

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