Fired with natural ash glaze, this sake cup carries the marks of its making — the surface settles into subtle tones of grey and straw, shifting where the ash fell thicker and where the flame moved. No two pieces share the same surface.

Yuichi Hirai forms and firing each sake cup by hand in Japan, working at a pace that allows every piece to be made individually. The result is a sake cup that carries the marks of its making — never perfectly uniform, always consistent in character.

Japanese ceramics have been treasured across the world for generations, and a piece like this brings that living tradition to your own table.

• One-of-a-kind, wood-fired Japanese pottery
• Material: Japanese pottery (ceramic)
• Made in Japan
• Artisan: Yuichi Hirai

Because each piece is individually made, slight variations in form and glaze are the mark of a true handmade object.

・Handmade — One by One
Every piece from Japan Classic is formed and fired entirely by hand, in small quantities, one at a time. No two are ever exactly alike.

These handcrafted works carry slight variations in shape, weight, and surface, bearing the subtle marks of true craftsmanship rather than mass production.

・Living Glaze
On glazed pieces, you will find fine crackle patterns—known in Japan as kannyu (貫入)—naturally created as the glaze cools after firing.

This delicate finish evolves with time, reflecting the quiet beauty found in wabi-sabi ceramics.

・Elegance
Inspired by Japan’s timeless aesthetic, every piece by Japan Classic blends tradition with modern versatility.

Whether for rice, soups, or shared plates, these refined tablewares are designed for everyday beauty, maintaining their grace in both Eastern and Western settings.