Wine Cup - Asagi | Nijino-ha Aiko Hiraiwa

The soft glow born from recycled glass

Recycled glass is made from discarded bottles, old window panes, and other materials. Used sake bottles are carefully washed, labels are removed, and then melted in a furnace. Each vessel, crafted using the glassblowing technique, is reborn with a delicate, gentle glow, emanating a sense of warmth.

The experience and techniques gained at Okuhara Glass Manufacturing, a Ryukyu glass workshop in Okinawa, with bold yet delicate hand movements, and moments of synchronicity with the flames. Based on what was learned during her time as a craftsperson, the ripples and undulations she creates, imbued with her own sensibilities, seem to reflect the delicate beauty of nature, like a gentle breeze in the forest or light dancing on the water's surface.

Rather than a flashy presence, the emphasis is on the beauty of a tool that accompanies daily life. Each time you hold it, it feels just right, bringing a little joy to your heart. These glasses embody the beauty of utility, bringing small pleasures to ordinary moments.

Light and shadow shift in daily life. Depending on the strength and angle of the incoming light, the glass subtly shimmers, revealing various expressions. Its simple and timeless design adds a gentle touch of color to the unchanging dinner table, bringing a sense of peace that softly embraces the heart.

As each piece is handmade, there are individual differences in color, shape, size, weight, thickness, subtle variations in ripple patterns, streaks, large and small air bubbles, and lines. Please enjoy the rich individuality unique to handmade items. While you cannot choose which item you receive, we hope you look forward to its arrival. If you are concerned, please contact us before shipping, and we will email you photos.

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