Antique Japanese Pottery Sake Bottle Kayoi-Tokkuri 

This is an antique Japanese ceramic sake bottle. It is called a Kayoi-Tokkuri and is used to pour sake. The commuting sake bottle became popular as a rental container for liquor stores in the Edo period when sake began to be consumed daily. This gray bottle has black characters. It has a cork.

• Gray, black
• Ceramic
• C1900
• Some characters:　西尾 神下町 Nishio Kamishitacho place name in Aichi, 松谷屋 Matsutaniya liquor shop name
• Item weight: 1500 grams
• Packed weight: 2000 grams
• Approx. 13.5 cm wide x 25.5 cm tall [bottle only], 27.5 cm tall [with cork]
• Good condition considering age. Glaze imperfections from production.  Slightly wobbly. Chips on the rim and the cork. Residue of something like paper on the shoulder. Crack. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
• We got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan

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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.