Deep blue glazed Onta ware sake cup with earthy glaze variations, rounded form, presented on a wooden box
Close-up of Sake Cup with cloudy blue glaze on a wooden surface
Side view of sale cup with cloudy blue glaze displayed on a dark wooden surface
Assorted hand-glazed sake cups in earthy tones – green, blue, brown, yellow – grouped on a wooden surface. Each cup displays individual glaze variation
Overhead view of Sake Cup with cloud blue glaze showing interior and rim details
Deep blue glazed Onta ware sake cup with earthy glaze variations, rounded form, presented on a wooden box
Close-up of Sake Cup with cloudy blue glaze on a wooden surface
Side view of sale cup with cloudy blue glaze displayed on a dark wooden surface
Assorted hand-glazed sake cups in earthy tones – green, blue, brown, yellow – grouped on a wooden surface. Each cup displays individual glaze variation
Overhead view of Sake Cup with cloud blue glaze showing interior and rim details

Cloud | Onta Ware Blue Glaze Cup

US$189.00

Cloud is a part of the sake cups ensemble curated by maison tombo. Handcrafted in Onta Village in japan, this blue sake cup features a deep blue glaze with subtle earthy undertones and soft transitions between indigo and pine hues. Handmade using traditional techniques from Onta ware pottery style, each cup is unique and reflects authentic Japanese craftsmanship. Onta ware has been designated Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan meaning that potters continue to work according to traditional methods and perpetuate important ancient knowledge and savoir-faire.

This cup sits beautifully on a shelf or cabinet on its own or as a decorative ensemble with other maison tombo curated sake cups. Taken all together, they represent the five basic elements: green for wood symbolising vitality, brown/red for fire symbolising energy, yellow for earth symbolising stability, white for metal symbolising clarity and blue for water symbolising calm. The shape, design and glaze of each cup evoke different moods inviting contemplation.

Ideal for sake, sake cups are also suited for enjoying tea. Each cup is delivered in a beautiful and protective wooden box with hand-brushed calligraphy.

Cloud is a part of the sake cups ensemble curated by maison tombo. Handcrafted in Onta Village in japan, this blue sake cup features a deep blue glaze with subtle earthy undertones and soft transitions between indigo and pine hues. Handmade using traditional techniques from Onta ware pottery style, each cup is unique and reflects authentic Japanese craftsmanship. Onta ware has been designated Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan meaning that potters continue to work according to traditional methods and perpetuate important ancient knowledge and savoir-faire.

This cup sits beautifully on a shelf or cabinet on its own or as a decorative ensemble with other maison tombo curated sake cups. Taken all together, they represent the five basic elements: green for wood symbolising vitality, brown/red for fire symbolising energy, yellow for earth symbolising stability, white for metal symbolising clarity and blue for water symbolising calm. The shape, design and glaze of each cup evoke different moods inviting contemplation.

Ideal for sake, sake cups are also suited for enjoying tea. Each cup is delivered in a beautiful and protective wooden box with hand-brushed calligraphy.