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Edo Purple Grapes

Edo Kiriko is a beautiful and modern expression of grapes. The grape pattern represents the many grapes that grow, and is imbued with the desire to pray for fertility and the prosperity of descendants. When cut glass is applied, it reflects light and enhances its brilliance.

Edo Kiriko is a technique for producing precious traditional crafts that still exist in Japan as excellent glass crafts from the Edo period. It has a long history, and production began at the end of the Edo period. The tradition has been passed down by craftsmen for over 170 years without interruption.

Unique design of the studio

Edo Kiriko Grape Pattern Old Pair is a pair of glasses that are easy to hold. The glasses are carefully finished by skilled traditional craftsmen with a modern design that makes use of the original traditions of Edo Kiriko. The pair of Edo-purple glasses are attractive for their unique transparency and deep color. Kiriko craftsmen have applied their own designs based on various traditional motifs.

The warmth of handmade craftsmanship and the delicate technique make these glasses so beautiful that they will take your breath away.

Edo Kiriko is a glasswork technique in which transparent soda glass is cut and finished by hand-ruling and polishing. Since the work process is done by hand, it requires highly advanced traditional techniques, and it takes many years to master.

It is said that it takes at least 10 years for the eyes and hands to master the basic techniques of Kiriko, which involves delicate cutting.

Kiriko that makes a great gift

Edo Kiriko Grape Pattern Old Pair is recommended as a gift. It comes in a decorative box, so it is perfect as a gift for celebrations, commemorative gifts, or souvenirs for foreigners. It is also a good gift for people who like alcohol. It's a little pricey, but once you see the Kiriko, you'll understand why. Kiriko with its beautiful colors and sparkling light makes a great gift that will be cherished for a long time.

Mitsuwa Glass Craft was founded in 1971. Glass Studio Saiho aims to create "masterpieces that are unique to handcraft, that will make you happy every time you look at them and make you feel rich every time you use them." While protecting the fine traditions of Edo Kiriko, Saiho strives to create modern patterns and also puts effort into nurturing the traditions to protect them, creating new Edo Kiriko.

Delicate craftsmanship and beautiful Kiriko designs. You can see the careful handiwork of the craftsmen from the patterns. Seeing the meticulous techniques that Japan should be proud of, I felt the goodness of Japan once again.