This is a beautiful vintage set of Japanese lacquer sakazuki cups, traditionally used for sake during ceremonies, celebrations, and formal gatherings. The set comes in its original storage box and features three shallow lacquer cups in rich vermilion red, each decorated with elegant gold motifs.
The cups are marked with different symbolic designs, including a refined crest-like emblem, a paulownia-style motif, and a geometric gold design. Their brilliant red lacquer surface, fine gold edging, and restrained decoration give the set a formal yet graceful appearance, typical of Japanese ceremonial tableware.
In Japan, 御盃 / sakazuki are often associated with auspicious occasions such as weddings, New Year celebrations, shrine-related ceremonies, anniversaries, and official commemorative events. The word 御盃 carries a respectful nuance, referring to ceremonial sake cups rather than everyday drinkware. This set, coming from Okayama, reflects the elegant regional and ceremonial taste of mid-to-late 20th century Japanese lacquerware.
The cups are lightweight and decorative, with a glossy lacquer finish and a classic nesting form. They can be displayed as a set, used as a refined decorative accent, or appreciated as a collectible example of Japanese celebratory lacquerware.
Size: 12 x 12 x 4cm (L)
10 x 10 x 3cm (M)
9 x 9 x 3cm (S)
