Vintage Japanese Pottery Sake Bottle Kayoi-Tokkuri 

This is a vintage 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 and has blue characters on the front and on the back.

• White, blue
• Ceramic
• C1980
• Some characters: 本格いも焼酎 honkaku imo shochu authentic sweet potato shochu 霧島 Kirishima (sake’s name)
• Item weight: 408 grams
• Packed weight: 908 grams
• Approx. 10 cm wide x 19 cm tall
• Good condition considering age. Scratches on glaze. 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.