This sake cup is quite rare as a lacquerware, with impressive contrasts within the materials and colors.

The item features a contrast between the smoothness of the red lacquer and the rough texture created by the recessed areas using the Zoukoku technique. It also showcases a contrast between the sharp impression on the outside and the soft impression of the beautiful wood grain on the inside.

The wide rim of the cup allows for a larger surface area of the sake to come into contact with the air, enhancing the extraction of complex aromas. Even with just a slight tilt, the sake enters the mouth slowly and smoothly.

The cup's exceptional appearance and texture make the act of holding it enjoyable, transcending its basic function as a vessel for drinking alcohol. Through the experience of using this cup, one may naturally discover a shift in their usual values and behaviors, even learning new things about themselves. In this context, the cup can truly be regarded as a form of art.