Tales of a Century Hammered Tin Chirori Sake Carafe Mokubei The wavy rim cast shadows

The wavy rim cast shadows on the plate and table

where transparent lacquer is applied to highlight the elegant

The vibrant colors exude detailed artistry and create a striking contrast against the black lustrous base coat

relaxing feel

This is a Japanese tray decorated with cherry blossom motifs and made of Akita cherry bark work by Yatsuyanagi

Tales of a Century Hammered Tin Chirori Sake Carafe Mokubei The wavy rim cast shadowsThis chirori sake carafe is crafted from hammered tin. It is an enhanced version of a standard design by Seigado, a renowned metalwork studio based in Niigata Prefecture. After melting tin into a sheet form, it is hammered into shape using the hammering technique called tsuiki, making the piece seamless. It is suitable for heating sake by dipping it in a pot filled with hot water. The good thermal conductivity of the metal allows it to warm up