This cup, with its strikingly beautiful twisted curves, was designed by a woodworker at a woodshop. Since its establishment as a fixture store in 1945, the woodworking shop has also been involved in furniture manufacturing, and in recent years has been working to promote local production for local consumption of wood and to support the employment of people with disabilities. The craftsmanship is also reflected in the creation of "Ki no Sachi," a brand of original wooden products.
The wood is cut by a 3D processing machine so there are no joints, and each of the eight surfaces has a different grain appearance. Each of the eight sides has a different grain appearance and is carefully finished by hand with a natural clear coating. Sold as a set of 2 pieces, large and small.
The design blends well with both Japanese and Western cuisine, such as sake, shochu, and wine. Although it was developed as a vessel for enjoying sake, it can also be used to pour hot water into, so it can be widely used for tea time, brewing sencha tea or coffee, or for everyday use.