Hanazume Katakuchi Sake Set

Elevate your sake experience with this exquisite sake set, which includes a katakuchi sake carafe and two sake cups, decorated in the delicate hanazume style. Hanazume, meaning “filled with flowers”, is a traditional Kutani painting style in which the entire surface is adorned with flowers, and their outlines are then accentuated with fine gold.

Each cup measures 6.6 cm (2.6 in) in diameter and 6.4 cm (2.5 in) in height, while the carafe holds up to 280 ml (9.4 oz). Made of fine porcelain, it preserves the pure taste of sake while offering a smooth, refined mouthfeel.

With its timeless design and luminous detail, this sake set makes a beautiful gift for occasions such as New Year’s Day, birthdays, or housewarmings.

Kutani ware is a traditional Japanese porcelain from the Kaga region in Ishikawa Prefecture, with a history spanning over 350 years. Known for its vibrant overglaze enamel designs and use of five signature colors, known as Kutani gosai—navy blue, red, purple, green, and yellow pigments. This timeless craft has continuously evolved through generations of artisans who balance innovation with a deep respect for tradition. 

Kutani ware exhibits a diverse range of distinctive styles, shaped by evolving artistic tastes over the centuries. Styles such as ko-Kutani, with its bold colors, geometric patterns, and painterly detail, and akae-saibyo, marked by ultra-fine red lines. Many pieces feature traditional Japanese motifs, such as kacho (flowers and birds) and sansui (landscapes), offering a timeless glimpse into the beauty of nature and the seasons.