Nousaku Zodiac Sake Cup 60cc 600091 - Boar, Approx. (100% Tin)

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This 100% tin sake cup features an animal from the Chinese zodiac on the bottom. It was created in collaboration with Garando, a local craft store in Takaoka City celebrating its 100th anniversary. The zodiac motifs are a fitting addition to tinware, which is considered auspicious due to its resistance to rust and decay. Collect all 12 varieties, or give a gift based on the zodiac sign of the person's birth year. Since ancient times, tin has been used for sake and tea utensils, as it is said that "water stored in a tin vessel will not spoil" and "the unpleasant flavor of sake is removed, making it mellow." Product size: Approx. H38 φ60 (mm) Full capacity: approx. 60cc Box size: Approx. H43 W87 D87 (mm) Boxed weight: approx. 130g Material: 100% tin Box specifications: Gift box These 100% tin sake cups feature the animals of the zodiac on the bottom. We collaborated with Garando, a local craft store in Takaoka City that has been in business for over 100 years. The zodiac motifs are a perfect fit for tinware, which is beloved for its auspicious qualities due to its resistance to rust and decay. We recommend collecting all 12 types or giving gifts based on the zodiac sign of a person's birth. Since ancient times, tin has been used for sake and tea utensils, as it is said that "water stored in a tin vessel will not spoil" and "the impurities in sake are removed, making it mellow."