{"title":"Gifts for Father","description":"\u003cp\u003eFathers' Day is on 21 June. The best gifts don't really announce themselves. Rather, they settle into a routine and stay there. A cup he reaches for every morning. A crafted shoehorn that adds elegance when he puts on his shoes. A plate that symbolizes good luck and good health. A teapot that holds warmth longer than expected. A glass that turns an evening whisky into something worth slowing down for.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe discount will be shown when added to the shopping cart. For promotion details, please click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/pages\/promotion-t-c\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"uzushio-pestle-shaped-donburi-hand-painted","title":"Hand-painted \"Uzushio\" Donburi bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Arita-yaki (有田焼), Saga Prefecture, Japan's original porcelain tradition since the early 1600s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Hand-painted uzushio (うず潮) swirl pattern in cobalt blue on white porcelain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 15cm wide, 8.5cm tall; suits rice, noodles or everyday meals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUzushio (うず潮) means whirlpool: the swirling tidal currents that form in the Naruto Strait between Awaji Island and Shikoku. The pattern on this bowl carries that movement with it, cobalt blue brushwork that spirals across the white porcelain surface with the kind of energy that remains calm rather than busy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Arita-yaki (有田焼), Saga Prefecture, Japan's oldest porcelain tradition, the bowl uses the classic combination of shiroji (白地, white porcelain body) and gosu (呉須, cobalt-based pigment) that made Arita ware famous across the world from the 17th century. The kine-gata (pestle-shaped) silhouette gives a tall, gently narrowing form that sits well in the hands and has a strong, grounded presence at the table. The uzushio decoration is applied by hand using brushwork and shading techniques that create movement and depth across both the interior and exterior surface. Distributed by Ozaki Touki (尾崎陶器), a fifth-generation Saga Prefecture coordinator for the Hizen ceramic region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ozaki Touki 尾崎陶器","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928471597399,"sku":"BOW-CER-ARI-OSA-002-","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC04952.jpg?v=1777672368"},{"product_id":"soup-bowl-urushi-lacquerd-akane","title":"Urushi lacquered soup bowl in deep red","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Aizu lacquerware (会津漆器), Fukushima Prefecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Hasori silhouette with sweeping outward curves; Akita castor aralia (sen) wood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 12cm wide, 7cm tall; hand-lacquered in deep red\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick up an urushi lacquer bowl and the first thing you notice is how little it weighs. The second thing is how it keeps the heat inside without passing it to your hands. These two qualities together are what made lacquerware Japan's everyday table companion long before ceramics were widely available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis soup bowl is made in Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture, a city whose lacquerware tradition dates back centuries and whose craftsmen continue to work in the same careful way today. The wood is Akita castor aralia (sen), grown in the cold of Hokkaido, which produces a particularly light and fine-grained timber well suited to thin-walled bowls. The Hasori (端反り) shape features gracefully sweeping curves that flare outward at the rim, making the bowl easy to lift to the mouth with both hands in the traditional Japanese way. The deep red urushi finish is built from multiple hand-applied coats, each one dried and polished before the next is added.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928476053847,"sku":"BOW-LAC-WDH-001-RED","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC04716.jpg?v=1777221963"},{"product_id":"echizen-washi-made-all-year-calendar","title":"Echizen washi perpetual calendar","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Dark wood stand with brass sliding day-of-week frame; tool and utensil motif border on cards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Cards made with Echizen washi (越前和紙), Fukui; durable card stock for daily handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 8cm wide, 21cm tall; a desk object designed for years of use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe days pass differently when they are marked on a well-made object. This perpetual calendar is that object: a dark wood stand with a sliding brass frame for the day of the week, and a set of stiff, precisely printed calendar cards that sit in the slot and last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cards are made with Echizen washi (越前和紙) from Fukui Prefecture, one of Japan's most esteemed papermaking traditions with over 1,500 years of continuous craft history. For this application, the washi component is worked into a robust, durable card stock suited to daily handling over years rather than the translucent craft paper of traditional washi. The top of each card carries an embossed decorative border of tools and utensils, a subtle nod to the craft traditions the calendar represents. The sliding brass frame highlights the current week's days; change the card each month. At 8cm wide and 21cm tall the stand sits well on a work desk, a hallway console or a kitchen counter. The kind of object that earns its place by being used every day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928476479831,"sku":"ACS-PAP-SHS-001-","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC04747.jpg?v=1777151732"},{"product_id":"kutani-tea-cup-with-gold-leaf","title":"Kutani (九谷焼) tea cup with gold leaf","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Kutani-yaki (九谷焼), Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/pages\/faq#:~:text=recognised%20traditional%20craft%3F-,METI,-%2C%20Japan%27s%20Ministry%20of\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMETI\u003c\/a\u003e-designated traditional craft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Gold leaf applied and fired over richly coloured overglaze enamel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 9.2cm wide, 9cm tall; yunomi form suits sencha, hojicha or sake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold leaf in Kutani ware is not decoration added at the end. It is applied over the coloured overglaze enamels and fired again, so the gold becomes part of the surface rather than sitting on top of it. The result is a soft, luminous shimmer rather than a harsh metallic shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKutani-yaki (九谷焼) was first produced in the city of Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture, in the mid-17th century and is designated by Japan's Ministry of Economy as a traditional craft. It is known above all for its vivid overglaze enamel colours and bold, pictorial surfaces that make each piece feel like a small painting. Kanazawa and its surrounding region developed a particularly refined tradition of gold leaf application, and this cup sits within that heritage. The yunomi (湯のみ) form has a gently curved profile that fits comfortably in both hands, with a slightly thicker lip that feels reassuring when drinking hot tea. At 9.2cm wide and 9cm tall, it suits sencha, hojicha, or sake. The kind of cup that makes an ordinary brew feel like it deserves more attention.\u003cbr\u003e\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":true}],"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":"Light snow Edo glass gold tea bowl or sake cup","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Edo glass \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e江戸硝子\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003etea bowl or sake cup is a handmade small glass vessel that reflects the quiet elegance of Japan’s long glassmaking tradition. The Light Snow finish evokes a soft winter atmosphere, with a luminous surface that feels delicate and serene at the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause each piece is made by hand, slight differences in shape, colour, bubbles and surface ripples are part of its character rather than flaws, giving every bowl a subtly individual presence. It is designed as a refined glass vessel for calm, everyday rituals, balancing visual beauty with the warmth of something made by human hands. The wide, low shape suits a variety of occasions, be it time for a cold‑brew tea, dessert, fruit or even a small cocktail. Its golden accent adds a gentle decorative note, making it suitable for thoughtful gifting as well\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928478019927,"sku":"CUG-GLS-OEX-002-","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC05130.jpg?v=1778179884"},{"product_id":"arita-ware-fortune-small-plate-gold","title":"Hand-painted Arita ware \"Musubi\" knot of good fortune small gold plate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Arita-yaki (有田焼), Saga Prefecture; by Taseigama (田清窯), producing Arita ware since 1956\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Kichijo Musubi (吉祥結び) in raised relief with gold overglaze: good health and happiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 10.5cm wide; suits wagashi, condiments, small objects or gifting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall plates do a particular kind of work at a table: they signal care. Placing a wagashi or dessert on a plate like this is considered a change in how it is received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Taseigama (田清窯) in Arita, Saga Prefecture, producing Arita-yaki (有田焼) porcelain since 1956. Arita is Japan's oldest and most widely exported ceramic tradition, developed in the early 17th century. The Musubi (結び) series takes its name from the Japanese art of mizuhiki knotting, where paper cords are tied into specific patterns for gifts and ceremonies. Each knot shape carries a precise meaning, and the lines on each plate are drawn by hand. The Kichijo Musubi (吉祥結び) on this small plate expresses a wish for good health and happiness. It appears in raised relief with gold overglaze on Arita's characteristic bright white porcelain: the relief gives the knot a physical presence that flat decoration cannot, and the gold sits within the raised lines rather than on top of them. At 10.5cm wide, it suits wagashi, condiments, a small arrangement of pickles, or as a tray for placing small objects at the table. Used alongside the larger Musubi plates or the six-plate set, it brings a coherent and quietly festive quality to the table.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taseigama 田清窯","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928495550807,"sku":"PLT-CER-ARI-TAS-001-","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC04826.jpg?v=1777217380"},{"product_id":"arita-ware-fortune-main-plate-red","title":"Hand-painted Arita ware \"Musubi\" knot of good fortune red main plate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Arita-yaki (有田焼), Saga Prefecture; by Taseigama (田清窯), producing Arita ware since 1956\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Kichijo Musubi (吉祥結び): symbolises a wish for good health and happiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Bold red enamel with gold on white porcelain; 21cm wide; hand-drawn lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed in Japanese ceramic tradition is the colour of celebration: good fortune invited in, a meal that is meant to feel like an occasion. This plate earns that weight without overdoing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Taseigama (田清窯) in Arita, Saga Prefecture, producing Arita-yaki (有田焼) porcelain since 1956. Arita is Japan's oldest and most widely exported ceramic tradition, developed in the early 17th century. The Musubi (結び) series takes its name from the Japanese art of mizuhiki knotting, where paper cords are tied into specific patterns for gifts and ceremonies. Each knot shape carries a precise meaning, and the lines on each plate are drawn by hand. The Kichijo Musubi (吉祥結び) on this plate expresses a wish for good health and happiness: an auspicious knot used across Japanese celebratory culture for weddings, housewarmings and occasions marking a fresh start. It appears here as a bold graphic centrepiece in red enamel with touches of gold, hand-drawn on Arita's bright white porcelain. The contrast is strong and the lines are precise. At 21cm wide, the plate suits a main dish, an arrangement of appetisers, or simply a meal that deserves a more considered surface. Used alongside the smaller Musubi plates, it anchors a coordinated table without demanding attention.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taseigama 田清窯","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928495649111,"sku":"PLT-CER-ARI-TAS-002-","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC04757.jpg?v=1777217530"},{"product_id":"oigen-nambuu-tekki-arare-teapot","title":"Nambuu Tekki Arare teapot 1.2 Litres","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Nambu Tekki (南部鉄器) cast iron, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/pages\/faq#:~:text=recognised%20traditional%20craft%3F-,METI,-%2C%20Japan%27s%20Ministry%20of\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMETI\u003c\/a\u003e-designated traditional craft, Iwate Prefecture\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- By Oigen, founded 1852, fifth-generation foundry, over 60 hand production steps per pot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 1.2 litres, four to six cups; enamel-lined interior for steeping, not direct flame\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Compatible with gas and electric hobs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen four to six people gather at the table, a teapot needs to hold its own. The Arare does this quietly and with some presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArare (霰) means hailstone, and the pattern of raised dots that covers this teapot's surface earns the name: each small bead catches the light differently and gives the iron a tactile, almost stone-like character under the hand. Made by Oigen in Mizusawa, Iwate, using the same cast iron tradition the foundry has maintained since 1852, the pot is hand-poured in individually prepared moulds, then filed, textured and fired through over 60 production steps before leaving the workshop. Nambu Tekki is a METI-designated traditional craft, and full mastery of the process takes roughly 15 years. The enamel-lined interior is designed for steeping and serving, not direct heat. Cast iron distributes warmth slowly and evenly, keeping the pot at the right temperature from the first cup to the last. The wide, drip-free spout and curved handle make pouring steady and unhurried, even when the pot is full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA teapot that improves with use. The patina that builds inside over time is part of the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The handle will also get hot during use. Please use mittens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oigen 及源鋳造株式会社","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928499614039,"sku":"TEW-MET-OIG-001-M","price":219.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC05094.jpg?v=1778176466"},{"product_id":"oigen-nambuu-tekki-itome-teapot","title":"Nambuu Tekki Itome teapot 360ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAt a glance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Nambu Tekki (南部鉄器) cast iron, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/pages\/faq#:~:text=recognised%20traditional%20craft%3F-,METI,-%2C%20Japan%27s%20Ministry%20of\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMETI\u003c\/a\u003e-designated traditional craft, Iwate Prefecture\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- By Oigen, founded 1852, a fifth-generation foundry, over 60 hand production steps per pot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 360ml, one to two cups; enamel-lined interior for steeping, not direct flame\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Compatible with gas and electric hobs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good cast-iron teapot holds heat the way a thick wall holds warmth, slowly absorbed and slowly released. Pour the last cup ten minutes after the first and the temperature is still where it should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Itome (糸目, \"thread pattern\") teapot by Oigen, cast in Nambu Tekki iron in Mizusawa, Iwate. Oigen has worked this material since 1852, now in its fifth generation, still hand-pouring molten iron at around 1,400°C into individually prepared moulds. Nambu Tekki is recognised by Japan's Ministry of Economy as a traditional craft, and it takes a craftsman roughly 15 years to reach full competence. Each pot passes through over 60 production steps before it leaves the foundry. The Itome pattern, fine ridges running across the surface, strengthens the form and gives the pot a quiet tactile presence, something to notice each time you pick it up. At 360ml it brews one generous cup or two smaller ones, the kind of quantity that belongs to a morning with nowhere to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, brewing in iron is said to soften the water and round the taste of the tea. Worth trying for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The handle will also get hot during use. Please use mittens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oigen 及源鋳造株式会社","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928499810647,"sku":"TEW-MET-OIG-002-S","price":138.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC05089.jpg?v=1778175675"},{"product_id":"red-fuji-kutani-cup-yoshinori-fukuda","title":"Red Fuji kutani sake cup","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Kutani-yaki (九谷焼), Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/pages\/faq#:~:text=recognised%20traditional%20craft%3F-,METI,-%2C%20Japan%27s%20Ministry%20of\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMETI\u003c\/a\u003e-designated traditional craft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- By Yashiki Masato (谷敷正人), Tansei Kiln (端成窯); Japan Kogei Association full member\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Hand-painted Aka-Fuji (赤富士) motif; Mt. 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Yashiki is a full member of the Japan Kogei Association (日本工芸会), the body that oversees Japan's most rigorously assessed traditional craft practitioners, and has been selected multiple times for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition (日本伝統工芸展), the most prestigious national platform for traditional craft. The vivid reds and warm tones of the mountain are applied by brush before firing, the brushwork intimate rather than formal. It suits sake poured slowly, or sencha on a quiet morning. As a gift, it carries more meaning than its size suggests.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yashiki Masato 谷敷正人","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928666730839,"sku":"CUG-CER-KUT-NAG-004-","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC04976.jpg?v=1777670378"},{"product_id":"tajima-glass-fuji-glass-whisky","title":"Fuji whisky glass","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Fuji glass is made by Tajima Glass 田島硝子 in Tokyo, a leading Edo Glass 江戸硝子 workshop founded in 1956. At the bottom of the rocks glass, artisans sculpt a three‑dimensional Mt. Fuji 富士山, so the “mountain” changes colour with whatever drink you pour. When viewed from the side, light refracts through the clear glass and highlights the snow‑capped peak, turning whisky, plum wine or even water into a small landscape. Each piece is mouth‑blown and hand‑finished, with minute variations that show it is made one by one. The glass has been honoured with the Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner’s Award, recognising it as a distinctive local craft design from Tokyo. A functional tumbler and a small work of art in the palm of your hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tajima 田島硝子","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928669122903,"sku":"CUG-GLS-TAJ-001-","price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC04873.jpg?v=1777216494"},{"product_id":"tajima-glass-tumbler-fuji-glass","title":"Fuji tumbler glass","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Fuji tumbler is part of Tajima Glass 田島硝子’s Mt. Fuji series, made in Tokyo using Edo Glass 江戸硝子 techniques. At the base, a detailed Mt. Fuji motif is formed in solid glass; as you pour in beer, cocktails or soft drinks, the colour reflects off the “mountain”, creating a changing view with each sip. The taller, slimmer form suits highballs, iced tea or sparkling water, while still showing off the sculpted peak clearly. Tajima’s craftsmen mouth‑blow and mould each piece, then polish by hand to bring out crisp edges and clarity in the glass. Subtle differences between tumblers testify to individual making. A striking way to add a bit of iconic landmark scenery to everyday drinks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tajima 田島硝子","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928669679959,"sku":"CUG-GLS-TAJ-002-","price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC04821-2.jpg?v=1777217053"},{"product_id":"osaka-tinware-fuji-tumbler-small","title":"Fuji tin tumbler","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Osaka Naniwa Suzuki (大阪浪華錫器), \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/pages\/faq#:~:text=recognised%20traditional%20craft%3F-,METI,-%2C%20Japan%27s%20Ministry%20of\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMETI\u003c\/a\u003e-designated traditional craft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- By Osaka Suzuki, led by Tatsumasa Imai, nationally recognised Contemporary Master Craftsman (2012)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Tumbler body shaped as Mt. Fuji; each colour represents a different aspect of the mountain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 7.8cm wide, 8cm tall; available in white, black, blue and yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tumbler is Mt. Fuji. Not a picture of it, not a print on the side, the form itself is the mountain, shaped in tin so that when you turn it upside down the silhouette is unmistakable: the broad base, the rising slopes, the peaked summit. Right-side up, it is a weighted, well-balanced drinking cup with a polished rim and a hand-hammered tsuiki (鎚目) interior that creates a fine foam when pouring beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Osaka Suzuki (大阪錫器) in the Osaka Naniwa Suzuki (大阪浪華錫器) tradition, a METI-designated craft, each tumbler is cast from pure tin, lathe-turned to thin the walls, then hand-lacquered in one of four colours. White evokes the snow-capped peak; black the mountain cloaked in shadow; blue the clear sky above; yellow the warm light of sunrise. Each colourway is a different reading of the same mountain. Tin conducts cold exceptionally well, mellows sake and softens water, the qualities that have made tinware central to Japanese drinking culture for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA piece that works as everyday drinkware and as an object worth looking at.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Osaka Suzuki 大阪錫器株式会社","offers":[{"title":"White","offer_id":52928671711575,"sku":"CUG-MET-OSU-001-WHT","price":88.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":52928671646039,"sku":"CUG-MET-OSU-001-BLK","price":88.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":52928671678807,"sku":"CUG-MET-OSU-001-BLU","price":88.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":52928671744343,"sku":"CUG-MET-OSU-001-YLW","price":88.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC05081.jpg?v=1778172021"},{"product_id":"osaka-tinware-tumbler-berg-medium-pair","title":"Pair of tin tumbler Berg in wooden gift box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Osaka Naniwa Suzuki (大阪浪華錫器), \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/pages\/faq#:~:text=recognised%20traditional%20craft%3F-,METI,-%2C%20Japan%27s%20Ministry%20of\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMETI\u003c\/a\u003e-designated traditional craft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- By Osaka Suzuki, led by Tatsumasa Imai, nationally recognised Contemporary Master Craftsman (2012)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Hand-hammered tsuiki finish inside and out; sold as a pair in a wooden gift box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 6.6cm wide, 9cm tall; suits sake, beer or cold drinks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour chilled sake into a tin tumbler and it cools in seconds, not the glass, the whole drink. Tin conducts cold the way cast iron holds warmth: completely, and immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Berg tumbler is made by Osaka Suzuki (大阪錫器) in the Osaka Naniwa Suzuki (大阪浪華錫器) tradition, a METI-designated craft accounting for roughly 70% of all tinware made in Japan. The company traces its origins to Edo-period tinsmiths and today is led by Tatsumasa Imai, a nationally recognised Contemporary Master Craftsman (現代の名工, certified 2012). Each tumbler is cast from molten tin, turned on a hand-operated lathe to thin the walls, then hammered by hand to create the tsuiki (鎚目) surface: fine, irregular marks visible on both the interior and exterior that give the piece a quietly tactile quality and a surface that catches light differently from every angle. Tin is traditionally said to mellow sake and soften water, a quality that has made tinware a staple of Japanese drinking culture for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold as a pair in a wooden gift box. Ready to give exactly as they come.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Osaka Suzuki 大阪錫器株式会社","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928672072023,"sku":"CUG-MET-OSU-002-GBX","price":152.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC05077.jpg?v=1778171229"},{"product_id":"kurikyu-odate-bentwood-cup-with-ring","title":"Odate bentwood cup with ring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Odate Magewappa (大館曲げわっぱ), Akita Prefecture, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/pages\/faq#:~:text=recognised%20traditional%20craft%3F-,METI,-%2C%20Japan%27s%20Ministry%20of\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMETI\u003c\/a\u003e-designated traditional craft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- By Kurikyu, sixth-generation workshop; master Shunji Kurimori, nationally recognised Contemporary Master Craftsman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Akita-sugi cedar, cherry bark stitching; hand-applied urethane finish; available in six colours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 8cm wide, 8.5cm tall; suits tea, water or cold drinks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCedar has a warmth in the hand that ceramics never quite replicate. Not the borrowed warmth of a heated cup, but something that lives in the grain itself. This is apparent the first time you pick up a Kurikyu magewappa cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from Akita-sugi cedar, the cup is steamed until pliable, then bent and fastened with sakura-kawa (桜皮, cherry bark) without glue or nails. A contrasting ring band wraps the body, adding grip and a quiet visual rhythm. The exterior carries a hand-applied urethane finish that protects the wood and keeps it clean whilst the natural cedar character stays present. Kurikyu has been working this craft in Odate, Akita, since 1874, now in its sixth generation under master Shunji Kurimori, a nationally recognised Contemporary Master Craftsman (現代の名工). Odate Magewappa is a METI-designated traditional craft. Available in six colours; the ring band varies by colourway, each one giving the same cup a distinctly different personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 8cm wide and 8.5cm tall, it suits tea, water, or cold drinks. The kind of cup that gets used more than any other on the shelf.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kurikyu 栗久老鋪","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":52928672629079,"sku":"CUG-WOD-KUR-001-BLU","price":68.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":52928672661847,"sku":"CUG-WOD-KUR-001-BRN","price":68.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":52928672694615,"sku":"CUG-WOD-KUR-001-GRN","price":68.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey","offer_id":52928672727383,"sku":"CUG-WOD-KUR-001-GRY","price":68.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Natural","offer_id":52928672760151,"sku":"CUG-WOD-KUR-001-NAT","price":68.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":52928672792919,"sku":"CUG-WOD-KUR-001-RED","price":68.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC03402-2.jpg?v=1777217205"},{"product_id":"39arita-cera-filter-003","title":"Cera filter Single with holder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Arita-yaki (有田焼) porcelain; micro-pore ceramic filtration, no paper filter needed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Larger than the 002; round base with ceramic holder included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Rinse after use; soak occasionally to refresh; suits 2 to 3 cups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is something quietly satisfying about a coffee ritual with no paper waste. No filter to buy, no wet paper to dispose of, just the ceramic, the coffee and the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e39Arita is a ceramics brand that works within the Arita-yaki (有田焼) tradition of Saga Prefecture, Japan's oldest and most widely exported porcelain tradition, developed in the early 17th century. The Cera Filter uses Arita porcelain fired to create countless micro-pores just a few microns wide, acting as a reusable filter that needs no paper. The 003 is the larger of the two Cera Filter sizes: a round base rather than the conical form of the 002, and it comes with a ceramic holder that keeps the filter stable over any cup or server. The micro-pore structure removes fine coffee particles and off-flavours whilst preserving the natural oils that carry the coffee's aroma and body. After use, rinse immediately; soak in plain water occasionally to clear the pores. No detergent needed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"39Arita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928673284439,"sku":"DRI-CER-ARI-33A-004-","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC03351-2.jpg?v=1774536613"},{"product_id":"echizen-lacquer-coated-shoehorn-black","title":"Lacquer-coated shoehorn in black","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Echizen Shikki (越前漆器), Fukui Prefecture, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/pages\/faq#:~:text=recognised%20traditional%20craft%3F-,METI,-%2C%20Japan%27s%20Ministry%20of\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMETI\u003c\/a\u003e-designated traditional craft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Bamboo core with multiple coats of kuro-urushi (黒漆) black lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 67.5cm long; long-handled design, use standing fully upright with no bending\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe moment before you leave the house is smaller than it sounds. A good shoehorn makes it feel unhurried. A long-handled one means you never have to bend down at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shoehorn is made in the Echizen Shikki (越前漆器) tradition of Fukui Prefecture, a lacquerware craft with roots stretching back over 1,500 years and designated by Japan's Ministry of Economy as a traditional craft. The core is bamboo, shaped into a slender, gently curved form and finished with multiple coats of kuro-urushi (黒漆), the deep black lacquer that characterises formal Echizen work. Each coat is applied by hand, dried and polished before the next, building a surface with depth rather than flatness. At 67.5cm long, the handle reaches the foot whilst you stand fully upright: no stooping, no strain, no compromise on the quality of the start to the day. The result is unexpectedly light in the hand, with a sheen that improves rather than diminishes with careful use. The kind of object that makes a small daily action feel considered.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Echizen urushi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928673677655,"sku":"ACS-LAC-EUL-001-BLK","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/A40B06EA-1942-4F9A-B668-F19C1E40DF12.jpg?v=1780498557"}],"url":"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/collections\/ready-for-fathers-day.oembed","provider":"iromizu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}