Nousaku Katakuchi Small Gold leaf 195cc 511220 - - approx. [Tin]

It has a gorgeous impression with gold leaf on the inside. We collaborated with gold leaf, a traditional craft representing Kanazawa. The glossy gold leaf makes the sake even more appealing. It retains the flavor of sake, making it perfect for Daiginjo sake, which is especially popular for cold sake. The simple and not-too-large shape allows it to be used as a dressing container or tableware. Because it is made of 100% tin, it is soft and unsuitable for mechanical work, so each Katakuchi is hand-finished by a craftsman, and is completed by hand-pasting each piece with gold leaf by a craftsman in Kanazawa. The luxurious finish makes it perfect for celebrations and gifts.

[Product size]

Approximately H55 W128 D77 (mm)

[Full water capacity]

Approx. 195cc

[Box size] Approximately H61, W85, D136 (mm) [Boxed weight] Approximately 320g

[Material] 100% tin, gold leaf [Box specifications] Cosmetic box

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Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, has a history of more than 400 years since the Edo period. Nosaku was founded in 1916 in this traditional casting town as a factory manufacturing Buddhist altarware. While inheriting the skills of its predecessors, which have been passed down from generation to generation, Nosaku continues to explore designs that make the most of the characteristics of the materials and expand the possibilities of cast metal.

⚫︎Soft metal Nosaku tin is 100% pure. 100% tin is extremely soft and can be easily deformed by hand. It is therefore extremely difficult to process and requires a high level of skill on the part of the craftsman.

⚫︎Tin's surprising benefits. Tin has antibacterial properties and is resistant to oxidation. When flowers are arranged in tin cups, the water is resistant to decay and the flowers last longer. It is also rust-proof and decay-proof, making it a good omen and ideal as a gift.

⚫︎Safe material with a long history Tin has a long history: tin utensils were used by the ancient Egyptian dynasty around 1500 BC, and in Japan there are tin treasures in the Shosoin storehouse. It has long been said that ‘water in a tin vessel does not spoil’ and that ‘tin removes the tangy taste of alcohol and makes it tastier’, and it has been used for sake and tea utensils.

⚫︎Care and handling of tinware ・After use, wash with a soft sponge and neutral kitchen detergent. ・If the lustre becomes dull, polish with baking soda. ・Due to its low melting point, do not place near fire. ・Due to the metal nature of the product, it cannot be used in a microwave oven. ・Cannot be used in dishwashers or dryers due to possible high temperatures. ・As tin (100%) is soft, do not scrub with a hard scrubber. The surface may become scratched. ・Due to its high thermal conductivity, the entire vessel will become hot when hot food is placed in it. Take care to avoid burns. ・Do not store in the freezer, as the low temperatures may cause the tin to tarnish. Also, do not store in the refrigerator for long periods of time. ・Do not leave strongly acidic or dark-coloured food in the tin for long periods of time. ・This may cause discolouration. ・The soft material allows for a slight change in shape, but please do not bend it excessively as this may cause it to crack or break.

⚫︎Nosaku manufacturing The manufacturing method whereby metal is heated to a liquid state and then poured into a mould to form the desired shape is called casting, and the metal product made by removing it from the mould is called a casting.

Moulds made of hardened sand are fragile and easily broken, requiring skilled craftsmanship. The number of sand particles and the temperature and humidity conditions also result in castings that have different expressions one by one.

The skill and dexterity of the craftsmen who make these delicate castings is truly apparent, but instead of opting for mass production, they are made one by one by hand by craftsmen who continue to hone their skills.

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