ICHIYMA CO., LTD
The history of pottery, particularly in the southern part of Gifu Prefecture, which is considered the Mino Province, dates back to the 5th century and has been popular with numerous warring feudal lords and tea masters. Mino Momoyama pottery revered as a national treasure.
Since the establishment in 1957, Ichiyama has been producing ceramic ware that would complement the food. Through technological improvements and development of original production methods, ICHIYAMA has created economical and trendy products that add colour to the dining table.
MINO WARE
Mino ware is a traditional Japanese ceramic ware developed in the Tono region of Gifu Prefecture, incorporating new styles and techniques over time to produce a wide variety of vessels.
It has a history of more than 1,400 years and was blessed with environmental resources such as good soil suitable for kiln building and red pine for firewood.
Mino ware is a much-loved type of Japanese ceramics due to its rich tradition and versatility.
CHIYAMA Products
-Four Seasons Sake Cup – Somezakura-
National flower of Japan.
Full of flowers, blooming and falling.
Japanese ceramic sake cups and bottles are a perfect match for sake exactly.
Tea Utensils
– White paulownia wood tanzaku set-
Tea ceremony creates a sense of relaxation in the mind in Japan.
Tea utensils are the tools of the tea ceremony which have been refined over a long history.
Each item has its own special role, combining beauty and functionality.
Sashimi display
– Mica gilt arch dish-
Sashimi is an essential part of Japanese cuisine, and these dishes bring out the natural flavour of the ingredients.
Add fun and colour to your dining table with these stylish plates.
“Guinomi” Sake Cup set
– Handmade six-kiln by Katsurazan-
Guinomi (ぐい呑) are generally larger in size and heavier than ochoko(おちょこ).
Guinomi impacts the aroma and flavor of sake in several ways.
“Guinomi” Sake Cup set
-Mt. Fuji sake cup-
Fuji as a scenic view of the reliefs on the mountain’s surface. If you turn the sake cup upside down, you can see the cherry blossoms.
The upside-down Fuji is considered a symbol of good luck, as it can only be seen in conditions of clear skies, no wind and no standing waves.
“Guinomi” Sake Cup set
-Tokaido-
Sake cups printed with ukiyo-e, famous Japanese paintings.
The Tokaido Guinomi Sake Cup Set is a typically crafted set of five sake cups inspired by the famous Tokaido route.
Each cup features iconic Hokusai designs such as the Great Wave and Mt. Fuji. They are perfect for everyday use as well as for special occasions.
These cups bring an authentic Japanese touch to your table.
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