Hirado Chrysanthemum and Running Water Flower Vase Piece:Ⅱ This pair of beer cups

This pair of beer cups features Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms with falling petals

The luster and transparency of the lacquer accentuate the dynamic grain of the zelkova wood

and they are hand finished by local craftsmen

symbolize inner beauty and elegance

the swirly surface with the evenly marked brush stokes enhances the round shape and adds a modern touch

Hirado Chrysanthemum and Running Water Flower Vase Piece:Ⅱ This pair of beer cupsThis exquisite porcelain vase, shaped in the graceful form of a gourd, highlights the unparalleled craftsmanship of master artisan Nakazato Ichiro. At first glance, the delicate chrysanthemums, sculpted with extraordinary precision using the kikka kazari zaiku technique, captivate the eye. Each petal is meticulously carved from porcelain with a pointed bamboo tool, then carefully raised to create lifelike, three dimensional blooms. Though crafted from