Masuya Traditional HINOKI Wood Masu Sake Cup with Cranes

This is the classic masu sake cup. It is has a square shape with a capacity of 1 'go' or about 180 ml. The traditional 'Tsuru 鶴'  crane design represents a symbol of good fortune and longevity due to the crane's rumored life span of a thousand years. They are considered a national treasure and often appear in art, literature and folklore. It is furthermore a symbol of fidelity and loyalty, as cranes are known to mate for life! The Japanese character represents the traditional writing of the word "寿" kotobuki, meaning 'celebration'; It therefore is the perfect masu cup for a celebration ceremony, and in combination with the cranes an ideal wedding attribute.

 The Japanese hinoki cypress has a nice wooden scent adding a sensation to the beautiful flavor of sake rice wine. Enjoy your sake in true Japanese style! Kanpai! The cups can also be used to serve deserts, snacks, spices, bath salt, a gift box, or as a base for table pieces and DIY crafts!      

Hinoki trees are not only beautiful, but also believed to have a cleansing and purifying effect; The wood has a long-lasting, calming fragrance, antibacterial and stress-relieving properties and even suppresses the formation of mould, bacteria and mite. It is therefore a popular material for construction and in sushi kitchens. Masu cups are crafted from the left-overs of these constructions - no wood is cut for their production alone. 

Masuya is a company specialized in the manufacturing of masu sake cups. It is located in Ogaki city, which accounts for about 80% of the production of masu cups in Japan. Masuya also developed a range of contemporary products inspired by masu cups made of Hinoki cypress.