{"title":"All Decoration","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"tb38-ceremonial-kinpai-24k-gp-cup-金盃","title":"TB38 - Ceremonial Kinpai 24K GP Cup 金盃","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a ceremonial kinpai cup 金盃, crafted in gold-plated metal, 24K gold plating process (純金鍍金 junkan tokin). It features the zodiac animal with the year of dog, It is presented in a wooden box lined with dark blue fabric, indicating that it is a commemorative item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe word 金盃 (kinpai) literally means “golden sake cup”. It is a traditional vessel in Japan, and while it can technically be used for drinking, its main uses are ceremonial and symbolic: In weddings, New Year celebrations, or other important occasions, sake is sometimes shared using a special cup like a kinpai. 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The mallet motif is often associated with Daikokuten, one of the Seven Lucky Gods, said to grant wishes and wealth to those who possess it. The composition is rendered in vibrant enamels, displaying the kiln’s signature precision and artistry, complemented by a blue underglaze floral border typical of fine Arita ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach brushstroke reflects the craftsmanship and attention to detail for which Kōraku Kiln is celebrated. The plate’s design harmoniously blends auspicious symbolism and sophisticated porcelain techniques, making it both an elegant decorative piece and a meaningful cultural collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKōraku Kiln founded in the late Edo period in Arita, Saga Prefecture, Kōraku Kiln has been producing high-quality porcelain for over a century. 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Known for his mastery of traditional kiln firing and natural clay expression, Shunko’s works embody the quiet strength and earthy elegance that define true Bizen ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSculpted in a lifelike reclining pose, this rabbit displays a soft, natural texture achieved through Bizen-yaki’s signature oxygen-reduction firing, a technique requiring no glaze, allowing the raw qualities of the clay to appear beautifully on the surface. The warm brown tones, subtle gradations, and kiln markings highlight the organic character of Okayama’s high-iron Bizen clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rabbit’s expression is gentle yet alert, with finely modeled ears, paws, and facial details. It is a piece that radiates calmness and auspicious energy. 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Deep indigo-blue borders frame the chest and each drawer, creating a beautiful contrast with the warm red surface. Three curved dark metal handles add to its nostalgic folk-craft character, while the drawer interiors are finished in a rich reddish tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown in Japan as a komono-ire (小物入れ), this type of miniature tansu was designed for organising small personal belongings. 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Its surface is covered in a muted grey-green glaze with subtle crackling and natural variations in tone, creating a calm, earthy atmosphere. Darker brown and iron-toned accents gather around the rim and painted branches, giving the piece additional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decoration features a graceful flowering branch, most likely ume 梅 (plum blossom), painted in a loose, expressive style. A small label on the body reads 手描 (te-gaki), indicating that the design was hand-painted, making each detail slightly individual. The original wooden box is inscribed 花器 (kaki \/ flower vessel) and 愛陶造, identifying the maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkazu-yaki (赤津焼) is a traditional ceramic style from the Akazu district of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, an area with a long history of pottery production. 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Its upper surface is covered in a rich, glossy black glaze (黒釉, kokuyū), with subtle variations in tone and flowing patterns that contrast beautifully with the warm, earthy reddish-brown clay left exposed around the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis interplay between glossy glaze and unglazed stoneware highlights the natural qualities of Shigaraki pottery and embodies the aesthetic of wabi-sabi, celebrating simplicity, imperfection, and the beauty of handmade objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece bears the inscription 斉 (Sai), indicating the maker's name or signature. Traditionally used for Japanese floral arrangements (ikebana, 生け花), this vase is particularly suited to minimalist arrangements featuring a single seasonal branch or a few carefully selected flowers. 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The earthy finish highlights the distinctive character of Japanese stoneware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese culture, the snake (巳) is the sixth animal of the twelve-year zodiac cycle (Eto \/ 干支). It symbolises wisdom, transformation, renewal, and good fortune. Because snakes shed their skin, they are traditionally associated with regeneration and new beginnings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnakes are also closely connected to Benzaiten (弁財天), one of Japan's Seven Lucky Gods, and are regarded as auspicious symbols of financial prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Uchide no Kozuchi (打ち出の小槌), or lucky mallet, is traditionally carried by Daikokuten (大黒天), the God of Wealth and Abundance. 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Its surface is decorated with a delicate arrangement of Japanese irises (花菖蒲, Hanashōbu) in soft shades of lavender, pink, and pale blue, accompanied by graceful green foliage and fine gold outlines. A subtle gold accent around the rim adds a refined finishing touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese culture, the iris is a beloved seasonal flower associated with early summer, particularly the month of May. Traditionally admired for its elegant appearance, it also carries associations with protection, strength, and good fortune, making it a meaningful motif in Japanese decorative arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMino-yaki (美濃焼) is one of Japan's most celebrated pottery traditions, with a history spanning over 1,000 years. 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