{"product_id":"antique-japanese-porcelain-haisen-sake-cup-washing-basin-y631","title":"Antique Japanese  Porcelain Haisen Sake Cup Washing Basin Seven Gods  Meiji Y631","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Japanese Porcelain Haisen Sake Cup Washing Basin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an antique Japanese porcelain sake cup washing basin, \u003cem\u003eHaisen\u003c\/em\u003e. It has a \u003c\/span\u003ecylindrical foot, a flat base, and a slightly projecting rim. It features colorful a\u003cspan\u003euspicious designs: Ebisu and Hotei, two of the seven lucky gods, with pine trees, flying cranes, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ekarakusa-mon (scrolling vine) pattern,\u003c\/span\u003e and a Kanji.\u003cbr\u003eHaisen are used at drinking parties or banquets to store water and wash used sake cups so that another person can use the cup; this is an old custom in Edo or Meiji Japan, but it can be used in many scenes of modern everyday life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite, blue, red, green, yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePorcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKanji:  壽 \u003cem\u003ekotobuki \u003c\/em\u003econgratulations, longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 553 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 953 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 15.7 cm wide x 11.5 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering its age. Chip and crack. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe got this vase at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e: We ship worldwide by Japan Post.  Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitchen \u0026 Tableware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43643883683875,"sku":"Y631 Haisen","price":52.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260817_111553.jpg?v=1786932962","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/products\/antique-japanese-porcelain-haisen-sake-cup-washing-basin-y631","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}