Item Description This is a set of Imari ware sake cups (sakazuki) known as “Imari Shichisai”, featuring seven different glaze variations inspired by the Seven Lucky Gods (Shichifukujin). Each cup displays a distinct color, texture, and firing expression, reflecting the rich traditions of Japanese ceramic artistry rooted in the Imari region. The set is housed in its original signed wooden box, enhancing its authenticity and collectability. These cups are suitable for sake enjoyment as well as for display as fine examples of Japanese folk ceramics. Distinct Regional Craftsmanship: Originating from a private mountain kiln (Yama-gama), the set reflects the rustic, unpretentious quality cherished in regional ceramics. Late Shōwa Period: Believed to be from the Late Shōwa Period (mid-1960s to 1989), these pieces offer a glimpse into the era's revitalization of folk arts. Diverse Glazes & Textures: The set showcases five distinctly different cups, each with a unique glaze and texture, including speckled Shino-style, warm yellow-ochre, rich green, high-gloss black/brown, and rustic white/cream. Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic: These cups are designed to increase in value and beauty with use ("tsukaikomu hodo kachi ga agaru"), as the natural oils from the hands and sake deepen the color and patina—a core concept of wabi-sabi and Mingei. Dimensions: Each cup is approximately 5.5 cm in diameter and 4.5 cm in height. Shipping Information: The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with tracking. International shipping is available. Delivery times may vary depending on the destination country. Customs duties and other fees are the responsibility of the customer.