Keep it long, treasure it long.

Sparkling lights and bubbles

Edo Kiriko is an arrangement of the famous scale pattern, which is also a family crest. When cut glass is applied, it reflects light and enhances its brilliance.

Edo Kiriko is a production technique for 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.

Original design of the workshop

Edo Kiriko Hishi Scale Heavy Pattern Open-top Tumbler has a sleek appearance. The glass is carefully finished by skilled traditional craftsmen, with a design that makes use of the original tradition of Edo Kiriko while also incorporating modernity. Kiriko craftsmen apply the workshop's original design based on various traditional motifs.

The warmth that can only be achieved by hand and the delicate technique make this glass so beautiful that it will take your breath away. The gorgeous colors accentuate the transparency of the glass, and when you pour a drink into it, the bubbles sparkle and look delicious. This is a Kiriko glass with a diamond scale pattern that combines with the texture of the glass to create a unique beauty.

Edo Kiriko is a glasswork that is made by applying cut glasswork to transparent soda glass and finishing it with hand-rubbing and polishing. Since the work is done by hand, it requires a long, long time to master the traditional techniques. 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

The Edo Kiriko Diamond Scale Pattern Open-Top Tumbler 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. The vibrant colors and sparkling light of the Kiriko make it a gift that will be cherished for a long time.

Mitsuwa Glass Craft was founded in 1971. At Glass Studio Saiho, they aim 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.