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 on a daily basis. This bottle is white with some black Japanese kanji characters on the outside. It has an opened hole on the bottom to facilitate pouring the sake as well as an opening on the top, closed by a metallic part. The top of the bottle is bended. 

• White,black
• Ceramic, metal
• C1900
• Some characters on the bottle: 十 jyu ten (in a circle), 吉山 yoshiyama or kichiyama
• Item weight: 5200 grams
• Packed weight: 5800 grams
• Approx. 22.5 cm wide x 43 cm tall
• Good condition. Glaze imperfections. Marks. Chip on one side. 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.