【Made in Japan】24K Gold Plated Sakazuki Sake Cup Japanese Celebration Dish10.5cm

Description

View 【Made in Japan】24K Gold Plated Sakazuki Sake Cup Japanese Celebration Dish10.5cm with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. This is a traditional Japanese “Sakazuki” sake cup, made in Japan and crafted from a high-purity zinc alloy with a 24K gold-plated finish. • Tea-room, altar, and ceremonial decoration. • Material: High-purity Zinc Alloy with 24K Gold Plating. 🌸Description This is a traditional Japanese “Sakazuki” sake cup, made in Japan and crafted from a high-purity zinc alloy with a 24K gold-plated finish. It can be used for everyday enjoyment, celebration toasts, ceremonial occasions, or simply as a decorative interior display item. The center of the cup features a chrysanthemum-style floral motif, inspired by historical Japanese designs that symbolize elegance, honor, and longevity in Japanese culture. ⸻ 🌸 Features • Color: Gold • Size: Ø 4.13 in (10.5cm) × H 1.34 in (3.4cm) • Material: High-purity Zinc Alloy with 24K Gold Plating • Country of Origin: Japan • Cleaning: Hand-wash only (Not dishwasher-safe) • Microwave: Safe for use (low-power recommended) ⸻ 🏮 Cultural Background In Japan, Sakazuki cups have been used since ancient times for drinking sake during celebrations, festivals, and traditional Shinto ceremonies. They also play an important symbolic role in wedding rituals, especially the San-San-Kudo ceremony, where three cups are shared to represent the past, present, and future as a vow of unity and lifelong bond. Historically, Sakazuki cups were also used among samurai to pledge loyalty, trust, and unbreakable companionship, making the item a cultural icon related to honor, connection, and commitment throughout Japanese history. ⸻ 🏯 Historical Samurai Customs In Japanese history, sakazuki cups were also associated with samurai loyalty and ceremonial bonding. One traditional example is a ritual known as “Shiki-Sankon”, where sake was shared three times as a symbolic oath of unity, discipline, and commitment before an important mission. In some historical records, after the third drink, the commander would break the cup as a declaration of resolve, followed by a unifying battle cry. This cultural reference represents honor and determination, not violence. ⸻ 🎁 Recommended For • Japanese interior décor lovers • Nippon traditional culture collectors • Wedding gifts, celebration toasts, and display • Tea-room, altar, and ceremonial decoration ⸻ 📦 Shipping Information ・Ships safely from Japan ・Fast & reliable international shipping ・For U.S. buyers: No additional charges upon delivery (DDP – duties & taxes included) ・For buyers outside the U.S.: Your customs office may charge duties or taxes (DDU – buyer pays) Condition: New. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › Asian › 1900-Now › Japanese › Other Japanese Collectibles.

Design

Chrysanthemum

Provenance

Ownership History Not Available

Type

Japanese cup (sakazuki)

Color

Gold

Culture

Japanese

Country of Origin

Japan

Handmade

No