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Shiina-Kiriko

Edo Kiriko Two-Tone Fireworks Sake Cup

Edo Kiriko Two-Tone Fireworks Sake Cup

$299.00 USD
$299.00 USD
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Crafted by Shiina-Kiriko, the Edo Kiriko Two-Tone Fireworks Sake Cup captures the fleeting magic of summer festivals in glass. The gradient of lavender and icy blue sets the stage for radial cutwork that bursts outward from the base like fireworks igniting the night sky. These precisely carved rays extend in symmetry, while the faceted sides refract light into shimmering layers.

The technique—balancing traditional kiriko cutting with modern color layering—allows the design to shift as you rotate the cup. Seen from above, the pattern appears to bloom with celebratory energy; from the side, it reveals a calm geometric balance. Whether in use or at rest, the piece invites pause and admiration.

A study in precision and atmosphere, this cup transforms a simple pour into a sensory moment—combining old-world craft with contemporary clarity.

Detail

Size: W 2.8in x L 2.8in x H 2.4in / W 7cm x L 7cm x H 6cm
Capacity: 115cc / 3.9oz
Material: Soda-lime Glass

Care ＆ Use

  • Handwash only
  • Do not use in microwave or oven
  • Due to handmade colouring and carving characteristics, each piece has subtle variations in size and appearance.
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Edo Kiriko: Cut glass that plays with shadow and light

Edo Kiriko is a traditional Japanese cut glass technique that began in the early 19th century in what is now Tokyo. At its core, the craft is a dialogue between form and light: clear or colored glass is carefully faceted, scored, and polished by hand until it captures and refracts light in intricate ways. Originally inspired by imported Western cut glass, Edo Kiriko developed its own sensibility—blending precision with asymmetry, geometry with natural rhythm.

Artisans work on the surface like engravers, often using traditional wheel-cutting or sandblasting techniques to carve delicate motifs—hemp leaves, bamboo grass, ocean waves—into the surface. Each line and angle changes how the glass catches light. The result isn’t just pattern, but atmosphere: glass that shimmers, breathes, and feels alive in the hand. Still made in small studios today, Edo Kiriko is a quiet art of clarity, reflection, and skilled restraint.

Brand History

Shiina-Kiriko is a collection of Edo Kiriko glassware created by GLASS-LAB, a third-generation glass workshop in Tokyo descended from the Shiina Glassworks founded in 1950. Now led by artisan Takayuki Shiina, the studio explores new dimensions in traditional cut glass.

The hallmark of Shiina-Kiriko is its blend of flat-cutting (hirakiri) and ultra-fine sandblasting—techniques that allow for patterns as delicate as 0.09mm. These designs are often carved into the base, reflecting upward through the sides of the glass in layered, kaleidoscopic forms. When filled with liquid, the effect becomes dynamic—shapes rise and shift as the glass is used.

Rather than adhering to rigid tradition, Shiina-Kiriko emphasizes emotional impact: light dancing across a surface, the meditative pleasure of holding something finely made, the quiet joy of giving a meaningful gift. It is Edo Kiriko with contemporary clarity—made to be seen, held, and remembered.