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Guinomi (Sake Cup) Guinomi, choko, and sakazuki are three words that mean the same thing -- sake cup. Among collectors, Karatsu guinomi reign supreme.
- After using your sake cup, it should be washed out with water and left to dry in a well-lit and airy space.
- More often than not, a good piece of pottery comes with a signed box by the artist. Do not throw it away! Keep it in good shape. Any soiling of the box decreases the value of the contents.
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Shiho-hai |
Isezaki Mitsuru, Aka Shino |
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Bajo-hai |
Korean, Kohiki, Late Yi Dynasty |
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Hori Ichiro, Shino |
Sobachoko |
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Jihai |
Yoshimoto Shuho Bizen Sue |
Yoshimoto Shuho Bizen Sue |
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