Pine, Bamboo and Plum Sake Set Mug The indigo shade of sometsuke

The indigo shade of sometsuke adds a modern touch to its traditional design

especially excelling in kinsai

adding depth and character to the design

which is one of the famous characteristics of Kutani ware

or side dishes with refined presentation

Pine, Bamboo and Plum Sake Set Mug The indigo shade of sometsukeThis special sake set includes a tokkuri (Japanese sake carafe) and sake cups that have a gorgeous and distinctive shape adorned with beautiful Kutani colors. Pine, bamboo, and plums are painted on both cups and the carafe. When the pine, bamboo, and plum are combined in Japanese art, they become symbols of hope and good fortune. This is because the pine and bamboo withstand the cold of winter, and the plum blossom is the first to bloom in spring. In