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Painstakingly crafted cups with Kyoto shibori patterns

This wooden cup has a design of “Hikita-kanoko,” one of the tie-dyeing patterns. Kyo shibori is a dyeing technique in which cloth is bound with thread and dyed, and the bound area is left white without being dyed to express the pattern.

Although the design is very detailed, the shading of the dye that appears on the cloth is beautifully reproduced by the carving technique. The warmth of the wood matches the traditional pattern, creating a cup full of character.

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Seamless design born of advanced technology

The Kyo shibori pattern is arranged on the entire side of the cup, but no matter where you look, you will find no pattern irregularities or breaks, and all the patterns are neatly lined up and connected. This is because the technique used to sew kimono fabrics together to make the patterns appear to be connected is also applied to the cups.

The carving is meticulously calculated and then engraved without gaps using the advanced technology of laser processing. The products are new and unprecedented, but at the same time, you can feel the creator's desire to create high quality products while preserving tradition.

The inside is not painted, but only the outside is colored in bright yellow. The contrast is very stylish. Just by adding it to your table setting, it will give you a more gorgeous impression.

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Both hot and cold! Free-standing wooden cups

The major advantage of wooden cups is that they are versatile and can be used for both hot and cold food. It is also very easy to use, as it has lower thermal conductivity than glass material, which reduces the heat and cold transmitted to the hand.

It is good for hot Japanese tea, hot or iced coffee, or even for enjoying shochu or other alcoholic beverages with drinks at night. If you have one, it will be a versatile item that can be used for any occasion in your daily life.

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Moderate capacity and light weight for easy use

The material of the cup is zelkova. It is one of the high-grade woods that have been used for building materials and furniture materials since ancient times. It is said to be difficult to process due to its hardness, but its strength is a great advantage when used as tableware.

The capacity is approximately 8.45 oz(250ml), a generous capacity for a teacup and a typical size for a glass. Weighing only about 0.15 lbs (70g), it is lightweight and perfect for people who do not like the weight of ceramic or glass cups. Another key point is that it is hard to break even if dropped.

The cup itself has a gently curved shape that fits comfortably in the hand. The tie-dyed pattern also prevents the cup from slipping, making it not only beautiful to look at but also easy to use.

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We also recommend matching them with different colors and designs.

The cups are not only Hikita-kanoko designs, but also gorgeous ones with chrysanthemum motifs. Since the impression of the cups varies depending on the color of the lacquer, it is recommended to have several cups with different designs and colors. They will be useful for family dinners and for entertaining guests.

It will be fun to use different types of tableware according to the atmosphere, such as wood grain for natural table coordination and black for simple modern table coordination.

give the gift of a cup

For festive gifts and gifts for superior people.

The cups make a great gift for celebratory gifts and other gift-giving occasions. When paired with coasters and plates, they make the perfect gift for people who are particular about their tableware or who love to cook. The cups have a luxurious feel that is different from natural wooden tableware, making them a good gift for a superior person.

BECOS's wrapping service allows customers to choose from a variety of modern Japanese designs using Japanese paper, furoshiki, and other uniquely Japanese materials. If you are unable to hand-deliver the gift in person, we also offer the service of typing the text you wish to convey on a message card in a handwritten font. Please make your gift a thoughtful one, thinking of the smile on the recipient's face when he or she holds it in their hands.