{"product_id":"japanese-kuromaki-kingin-tsuru-guinomi-sake-cup-nishikawa","title":"KIYOMIZU WARE SAKE CUP | KUROMAKI GOLD \u0026 SILVER CRANES | 黒蒔金銀鶴 | NISHIKAWA","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo cranes in gold and silver sweep across a deep black ground, turning a small sake cup into an expression of Kyoto craftsmanship.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHandcrafted as Kiyomizu ware in Kyoto, \u003cem\u003eKuromaki Kingin Tsuru\u003c\/em\u003e brings together an elegant traditional form, precious metallic detailing and one of Japan’s most enduring auspicious motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDescription\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSmall in scale yet remarkably rich in detail, \u003cstrong\u003eKuromaki Kingin Tsuru (黒蒔金銀鶴)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handcrafted Kiyomizu ware sake cup that reveals its character slowly as it is turned in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAgainst the deep, lustrous black exterior, two cranes appear in contrasting gold and silver. Their elongated wings stretch around the curved surface of the cup, surrounded by stylised cloud motifs picked out in warm gold, silver and copper-like tones. Fine lines articulate individual feathers across the birds, giving the decoration a distinctly hand-worked quality when viewed closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe contrast is particularly striking. The dark exterior gives the metallic decoration depth and brilliance, while the softly glazed pale interior creates a quieter surface from which to appreciate the colour and clarity of the sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe crane — \u003cstrong\u003etsuru (鶴)\u003c\/strong\u003e in Japanese — has long been regarded as an auspicious motif in Japanese visual culture, associated with longevity and good fortune. Here, the paired gold and silver cranes give this traditional symbolism an especially refined presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe cup itself is made as \u003cstrong\u003eKiyomizu ware in Kyoto\u003c\/strong\u003e, part of Kyoto’s celebrated ceramic tradition. Rather than striving for mechanical uniformity, each piece carries the subtle variations inherent in handmade ceramics — small differences in colour, decoration and form that belong to the character of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt just 100 ml, it remains an intimate object: made to sit naturally in the hand, to be turned and examined, and ultimately to be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA piece of Kyoto craftsmanship that moves effortlessly between functional sake ware and a small object of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCelebrate one of Japan’s most cherished symbols with the \u003cstrong\u003eKuromaki Kingin Tsuru Guinomi\u003c\/strong\u003e, an elegant porcelain sake cup made in Japan. Finished in a deep \u003cstrong\u003eblack ground\u003c\/strong\u003e, the cup is decorated with graceful \u003cstrong\u003egold and silver cranes\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a striking contrast with a refined and timeless character.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eGuinomi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a traditional Japanese sake cup, appreciated not only for enjoying sake but also for the way its shape, size and material contribute to the drinking experience. Collecting different guinomi has long been part of Japanese sake culture, with each design bringing its own story and character to the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese culture, the \u003cstrong\u003ecrane (Tsuru \/ 鶴)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an auspicious symbol associated with \u003cstrong\u003elongevity, good fortune and happiness\u003c\/strong\u003e. Set against the dark background, the shimmering gold and silver crane motifs stand out beautifully, giving this piece an elegant and sophisticated presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally used for sake, this versatile cup can also be enjoyed with \u003cstrong\u003esencha, gyokuro and other Japanese teas\u003c\/strong\u003e, or displayed as a decorative piece of Japanese ceramic craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePRODUCT DETAILS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDetails\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand: \u003c\/strong\u003eNishikawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Name: 黒蒔金銀鶴\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRomanised Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kuromaki Kingin Tsuru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sake Cup \/ Guinomi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kyo Ware \/ Kiyomizu Ware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold \u0026amp; Silver Cranes with stylised cloud motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Black \/ Gold \/ Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 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