{"title":"Drinkware","description":"\u003cp\u003eJapanese drinkware chosen for the details that make everyday drinking more enjoyable. Explore mugs, handleless cups and barware for tea, coffee, sake, whisky and more, made in porcelain, stoneware, glass, wood, bamboo and tin. From practical stackable forms to tactile glazes, hand painted decoration and unusual materials, each piece offers its own reason to choose it.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kutani-korin-ume-tea-cup","title":"Kutani Ware Porcelain Cup, Korin Ume, 300ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Plum blossoms and a flowing blue-and-gold stream recall a celebrated work of Japanese art\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Dark branches and tiny red flowers form a continuous composition around the cup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Tall, handleless form suits everyday tea, coffee and other hot drinks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn this cup in your hand and the picture changes. Dark plum branches extend around its surface, with small red blossoms appearing beside a sweeping blue-and-gold stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is called Korin Ume (光琳梅), after Ogata Kōrin, one of the leading artists of Japan's Rinpa school. His celebrated folding screens, Red and White Plum Blossoms, depict flowering plum trees separated by a dramatically winding stream. This cup echoes the painting's distinctive combination of botanical forms and flowing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKōrin was known for simplifying plum blossoms into rounded shapes rather than outlining every petal. That stylised approach gives the flowers a recognisable character, while the contrast between delicate branches and bold, swirling decoration makes the design interesting from several angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork wraps around a tall, handleless porcelain cup, bringing that decorative richness into everyday use. Its generous capacity suits tea or coffee, offering an alternative to a conventional mug for someone who enjoys drinking from a cup without a handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone interested in Japanese art, the cup also offers something to discover beyond its appearance: a familiar daily object that carries a connection to one of Japan's best-known decorative paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928477495639,"sku":"CUG-CER-KUT-NAG-001-","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC04965.jpg?v=1777671876"},{"product_id":"kutani-tea-cup-with-gold-leaf","title":"Kutani Ware Porcelain Cup, Gold Leaf, 370ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Real gold leaf is fired over the decorated porcelain, creating a luminous surface with natural variation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Made in Ishikawa, bringing Kutani Ware together with the region’s centuries-old gold-leaf tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Broad areas of gold catch the light differently as the cup turns, making the surface itself the focal point\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGold is the reason this cup immediately stands apart.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eGold leaf is applied over the decorated porcelain and fired again, becoming part of the finished surface rather than simply sitting on top. The resulting pattern shifts between brighter and softer areas as the cup moves in the light, with small differences from piece to piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe material also has a particularly strong connection to where the cup is made. Kutani Ware comes from Ishikawa Prefecture, while nearby Kanazawa has developed one of Japan’s defining gold-leaf traditions over roughly four centuries. Today, Kanazawa accounts for around 99% of Japan’s domestic gold-leaf production. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat regional connection gives the decoration more context: two crafts associated with Ishikawa meeting on one object, rather than gold being added simply for visual richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe generous porcelain form gives the decoration plenty of uninterrupted surface, allowing the gold to remain the main feature whether the cup is being used or simply sitting on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928477626711,"sku":"CUG-CER-KUT-NAG-002-","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC04962.jpg?v=1777672151"},{"product_id":"edo-glass-gold-tea-bowl-with-light-snow","title":"Edo Glass Light Snow Cup, Gold Leaf, 150ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Real Kanazawa gold leaf catches the light across clear Edo Glass with a soft, snow-like finish\u003cbr\u003e• Low 150ml shape and wide opening work for cold tea or sake, as well as ice cream, fruit and small desserts\u003cbr\u003e• Matching larger Kinsai Awayuki dessert bowls extend the same glass-and-gold look across the table\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide opening is what makes this small glass especially versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear Edo Glass has a soft, snow-like appearance, scattered with real Kanazawa gold leaf that catches warm flashes of light as the cup moves. The contrast between cool glass and gold gives even a simple serving a little more presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 150ml, the low, wide form works naturally for cold tea or sake, but the generous opening also makes it practical for a scoop of ice cream, berries, cut fruit, yoghurt or another small dessert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt belongs to Yoshitani Glass’s Kinsai Awayuki collection. iromizu also carries a larger matching five-bowl dessert set, allowing the same glass-and-gold finish to continue from drinks into dessert and small servings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs each piece is handmade, slight differences in shape, finish and decoration may occur.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928478019927,"sku":"CUG-GLS-OEX-002-","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC05130.jpg?v=1778179884"},{"product_id":"echizen-urushi-lacquer-mug-with-cat","title":"Echizen Lacquerware Cat Mug","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Lightweight resin lacquerware mug with a smooth feel in the hand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Relaxed cat motif available in black, green, pink and red\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Microwave and dishwasher safe for easy everyday use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a cat on this mug who seems entirely unbothered by the day ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simple motif gives the mug personality without making it feel overly decorative. Available in black, green, pink and red, it brings a playful detail to your morning tea or afternoon coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from PET\/ABS resin with a urethane coating, the mug is lightweight and smooth to hold, making it a useful choice for anyone who prefers lighter drinkware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts practical side matters as much as the design. Dishwasher suitability and the option to reheat drinks in the microwave make it easy to keep in everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Echizen urushi","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":52928478675287,"sku":"CUG-LAC-EUL-001-BLK","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":52928478708055,"sku":"CUG-LAC-EUL-001-GRN","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":52928478740823,"sku":"CUG-LAC-EUL-001-PNK","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Red","offer_id":52928478773591,"sku":"CUG-LAC-EUL-001-RED","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC05010.jpg?v=1778166490"},{"product_id":"enuma-cup-cherry-by-shirasagi","title":"Yamanaka Ware Enuma Cherry Wood Cup, 180ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Rounded body and narrower opening help gather the aroma of tea and coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Japanese cherry wood, or sakura, brings a fine grain and naturally warm tone to every cup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• 180ml wooden form stays comfortable to hold with both warm and iced drinks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Enuma Cup is shaped to make aroma part of the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts rounded body widens below before drawing in towards the opening, helping keep the fragrance of tea or coffee closer to the rim as you drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version is turned from Japanese cherry wood, or sakura. The grain is fine and understated, with a naturally warm tone that gives it a softer appearance than the more strongly patterned zelkova version. Because every piece comes from natural timber, the grain and colour will vary from cup to cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood changes how the cup feels in use too. It transfers heat more slowly than ceramic or glass, so a warm drink remains comfortable in the hand, while an iced drink avoids the sharply cold feel of glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 180ml, it is well suited to tea or a shorter coffee, giving the familiar experience of an everyday cup a noticeably different material character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/products\/shirasagi-set?variant=53280016662871\"\u003eShirasagi bundle set\u003c\/a\u003e for a full collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Because no two pieces of wood are the same in nature, every cup truely has its unique pattern and colour. 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No added pattern is needed, and natural differences in the timber mean every cup has its own arrangement of grain and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Enuma shape adds a functional detail to that visual character. Its fuller lower body narrows towards the opening, helping gather the aroma of tea or coffee closer to the rim as you drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZelkova also gives the cup a very different experience from ceramic or glass. Wood transfers heat slowly, keeping a warm drink comfortable in the hand and avoiding the sharply cold surface of glass with an iced drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 180ml, it works particularly well for tea or a shorter coffee. Compared with the quieter cherry wood version, zelkova is the choice when you want the natural grain itself to have a stronger presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/products\/shirasagi-set?variant=53280016662871\"\u003eShirasagi bundle set\u003c\/a\u003e for a full collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Because no two pieces of wood are the same in nature, every cup truely has its unique pattern and colour. 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Inside, the finish takes on a warmer amber tone, giving the cup a subtle contrast between its lighter exterior and deeper interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe form follows the bamboo rather than disguising it. A section of the hollow stem becomes the body of the cup, while its natural node closes the base. The radial markings inside are therefore not an added pattern but part of the bamboo itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA translucent lacquer finish protects the surface while preserving that natural character. Instead of turning the bamboo into a uniform material, it leaves the differences in fibre, grain and tone visible from piece to piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts lightness becomes especially noticeable when you use it. Bamboo transfers heat slowly, so warm tea or coffee remains comfortable to hold without a handle, while the same cup works naturally for water and other cold drinks. 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The tumbler itself becomes the mountain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn it upside down and the broad rim, rising slopes and narrow base form Fuji’s familiar silhouette. Colour runs across the textured exterior while the natural silver tone of the tin remains visible at the base, giving each version a different character without changing the mountain itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTin changes the drinking experience too. It conducts temperature quickly, so pour in a cold drink and the tumbler itself cools almost immediately. The substantial metal and compact form make that chilled sensation particularly noticeable in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount Fuji has long held a special place in Japanese culture and is also associated with good fortune, giving the piece extra meaning when chosen as a gift. 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During firing, red pine ash settles on the surface and the movement of the fire creates shifts of rust, reddish brown, grey and darker tones. Where each piece sits inside the kiln changes the result, which is why no two mugs finish in the same way. This variation is one of the defining characteristics of Bizen Ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat surface takes time to create. Traditional Bizen wood firing can continue for roughly 10 to 15 days, with the kiln continually monitored and fed with split red pine as the temperature rises. The placement of each piece, the direction of the flame and the amount of ash it receives all influence the final appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mug comes from Yumegenkobo in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Its Santen Kiln uses a climbing kiln and is intended to carry forward the character of historic Bizen firing, working with clay, red pine, kiln structure and firing rather than relying on surface decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a mug that feels as distinctive as it looks. 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Seikou Kiln's translucent Kutani overglaze colours sit slightly raised from the porcelain, giving the pattern depth that can be felt as well as seen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 180ml handleless form works naturally for tea and coffee, including a home flat white, while also sitting comfortably alongside a meal where a conventional mug may feel oversized.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach motif carries its own association.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCat (Neko)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCats have long been associated with good fortune and prosperity in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlum \u0026amp; Chrysanthemum (Umekiku)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlum is associated with resilience and prosperity, while chrysanthemum has longstanding associations with longevity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCamellia (Tsubaki)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts evergreen leaves made camellia a traditional auspicious motif associated with enduring life and longevity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChidori\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlovers crossing waves represent overcoming difficulties together, giving the motif associations with household harmony and shared perseverance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLion Dance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShishimai is traditionally performed to drive away misfortune and pray for health and safety, especially around New Year and festivals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRabbit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rabbit's ability to leap forward gives the motif associations with progress, advancement and taking a step into something new.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMt. 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