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Ultimate Sake Glass Set
Ultimate Sake Glass Set
Ultimate Sake Glass Set

Historic Tokyo Design Glassware by Hirota Glass

Ultimate Sake Glass Set

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Regular price $ 120.00 Sale

Ultimate Sake Glass Set

The Sake Glass Set from Hirota Glass comes with two varieties: Tsubomi and HanaBoth are shaped to fit comfortably in your hand and to your lip to best enjoy each sip of sake. You would be surprised by how the same sake can taste different in each glass. The set comes with an illustrated English instruction sheet in a wooden box, so this can also make a wonderful gift for someone special. 

Tsubomi translates to "flower bud"; the design of the glass mimics the curved, closed shape of a bud, and helps trap in the aroma of the sake inside of the glass. The recommended sake for the Tsubomi is Junmai-shu or a pure sake with no added alcohol

Hana translates to flower; the design of the glass mimics an open blossom and releases the aroma to the nose right away. The recommended sake for the Hana is Daiginjo or a premium grade sake made with highly-polished rice.

How to use:

  1. Serve the same sake in both glasses and compare the differences in flavor and aroma. Compare which you prefer between the two.
  2. You can choose your desired glass, then think about a meal that will pair with it. 
  3. You can choose which glass to use based of a meal. 
  4. You can choose which glass to use based on your feelings/preference of the day. 

Authentic Tokyo Glassware

Made with only the finest materials by highly skilled artisans in Tokyo, Hirota Glass has excelled in making the most beautiful glass tableware. Founded in 1899 by Kinta Hirota in Kinshi, Sumida ward, Tokyo, Hirota Glass has established itself as one of the pioneers of Japanese glassware. Now the company is under the 4th generation glassmaker, Tatsuro Hirota, and has evolved its own signature style through harmonizing traditional European glass techniques with Japanese artistry. Hirota Glass stays true to its classic designs and influences dating back to the pre-war period, continuing to push hand-crafted glass to its artistic limits.

Tsubomi (Flower Bud)
  • Size: 2.4” diameter x 3.4” high | 6 cm diameter x 8.5 cm high
  • Weight: 1.5 oz | 45 g
  • Capacity: 3.5 fl oz | 100 ml

Hana (Blossom)

  • Size: 2.3" diameter x 4.1" high | 6 cm diameter x 10.5 cm high
  • Weight: 1.7 oz | 50 g
  • Capacity 3.5 fl oz | 100 ml

    Material: Glass
    Producer: Hirota Glass
    Origin: Tokyo, Japan

    Usage and Care

    • This product is NOT microwave-safe. 
    • Hand wash only.
    • Avoid any sharp temperature change on the product, as it could cause cracking.
    • Do not freeze the product, as it might crack.

    Domestic Orders

    • Usually ships out in-stock items within 3 business days of order.
    • We use FedEx, USPS Priority Mail, or USPS First Class Mail to ship our products, depending on the size and weight of the package.
    • Read about the shipping information and terms in our Customer Service Page.
    • Free shipping with purchase of $375 or more! (Within Continental US only. Total purchase amount to qualify excludes free shipping offer items.)

    International Orders

    • Usually ship out in-stock within 5 business days of order.
    • We use USPS Priority Mail International for international shipping.
    • We do not accept any returns for international orders. Any additional charges (including but not limited to import tax, custom fees, VAT, brokerage charge) that might incur after the order lands in the destination country must be borne by the recipient.
    • Read about the shipping information and terms in our Customer Service Page.