Colorful Sake Wooden Cups Masu 'Gimapop' | Ohashi Ryoki

Sake wooden cup 'Gimapop'
Design: Tomotatsu Gima
Manufacturer: Ohashi Ryoki, Ogaki City, Gifu
Material: Hinoki (Japanese cypress)
Dimensions: 51 x 82 x 82 mm, capacity approx. 140 ml
Made in Japan

The colorful Masu series gives the traditional wooden cup a modern, pop look. Ideal for enjoying sake and equally ideal as a decorative element.

A Masu is a traditional Japanese wooden vessel for serving sake. Originally, it served as a measuring cup for rice. It has a square shape and is usually made of Japanese cypress (Hinoki). Drunk from a Masu, the sake develops a subtle, refreshing, and woody aroma that enhances the drinking experience.
There are two drinking variations: Either the sake is poured directly into the Masu, or a small glass is placed in the Masu and filled with sake until it overflows - a symbol of generosity and hospitality.

For over 60 years, Ohashi Ryoki has been the leading manufacturer of traditional, handcrafted Masu vessels in Ōgaki. More than 80% of all Masu come from this city, a significant center for Hinoki wood. Made from surplus wood from thinning, they are particularly sustainable.