Ultimate Sake Glass Set
The Sake Glass Set from Hirota Glass comes with two varieties: Tsubomi and Hana. Both 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:
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Serve the same sake in both glasses and compare the differences in flavor and aroma. Compare which you prefer between the two.
- You can choose your desired glass, then think about a meal that will pair with it.
- You can choose which glass to use based of a meal.
- 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.
