A Gen-emon Kiln Arita porcelain sake cup with a rounded body, deep cobalt blue interior, and hand painted exterior featuring a continuous cobalt blue karakusa vine motif with iron red peony flowers and green leaf accents, with a thin line border at the foot, photographed against a white background.

Gen-emon Kiln Arita Flower Karakusa Sake Cup

Name: Gen-emon Kiln Arita Flower Karakusa Sake Cup
Brand: Gen-emon Kiln
SKU: gen010040102
Price: 169.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$169.00

This is the sake cup from Gen-emon Kiln's Flower Karakusa series, available here as a single piece. The Arita porcelain body is white and fine, carrying the full Flower Karakusa composition across its exterior: cobalt blue vines and serrated leaves moving in continuous arabesque, with iron red peony flowers in full bloom set against the white ground, and small green accents at the leaf joints that give the pattern a quiet precision. The interior is glazed in a deep, even cobalt that makes the cup feel complete from every angle. A thin line border encircles the foot, grounding the decoration without interrupting it. Gen-emon Kiln has worked within the Arita ceramic tradition of Saga Prefecture since the Meiji era, maintaining hand-painting standards that resist the uniformity of industrial production. Alone, it holds its own. Paired with others from the same series, it becomes part of something larger.

Details

Size: W 2.4in x L 2.4in x H 1.8in / W 6cm x L 6cm x H 4.5cm
Material: Arita Porcelain

Care & Use

Avoid exposing tableware to direct stovetop heat or oven use to prevent cracking or breakage.
Refrain from microwaving tableware adorned with gold or silver.
Use a soft sponge or cloth instead of abrasive tools to prevent scratches during washing.
When using dish bleach, adhere to recommended times, especially for overglazed tableware.
Avoid dishwashers for overglazed dishes, as the strong water jet may peel off color.
Prevent surface scratches and pattern peeling by refraining from abrasive cleansers or scrubbers.
Steer clear of chlorine bleach to prevent discoloration or fading of colors.

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Gen-emon Kiln Arita Flower Karakusa Sake Cup

$169.00

Meet the Artisan

Gen-emon Kiln

Brand History

In the heart of Arita, Japan's venerable porcelain capital, resides Gen-emon Kiln. Its narrative is a captivating tapestry woven from centuries of artistic pursuit. Established with the singular vision of translating the essence of Japanese culture into exquisite porcelain, Gen-emon Kiln embarked on a remarkable journey. Generations of artisans have meticulously honed their craft, meticulously preserving time-tested techniques while embracing advancements to push the boundaries of Arita-ware production. This distinctive style, characterized by its vibrancy and artistry, flourished during the Edo period, solidifying Arita's reputation as a preeminent source of exquisite porcelain.

Each piece crafted by the kiln stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of Japanese craftsmanship, embodying the legacy of generations past through its meticulous detail and undeniable beauty. With a commitment to preserving the rich tapestry of Japanese ceramic artistry, Gen-emon Kiln continues to seamlessly blend centuries-old techniques with contemporary innovation. Their creations are a captivating fusion of tradition and progress, each piece a remarkable homage to the past while simultaneously embracing the present.