Gingko sake cup

This round sake cup embodies the symbol of prosperity in Japan – the ginkgo leaf. The cup features three overlapping ginkgo leaves meticulously depicted using gold maki-e, a revered traditional technique. This process involves sprinkling fine gold powder onto a layer of urushi (Japanese lacquer), then applying additional layers of lacquer and polishing to achieve a radiant, lustrous finish. The cup’s elegant design combines cultural symbolism with the timeless beauty of handcrafted Japanese lacquer art.