◇We recommend a pair of Edo Kiriko glasses as a gift for an anniversary!
Want to give a pair of glasses to celebrate an anniversary with your spouse or a close friend? But there are so many different types that you're unsure which one to choose. If that sounds like you, we recommend a pair of Edo Kiriko glasses. These delicately cut Edo Kiriko glasses are practical yet add a touch of color to your life.
In this article, we will introduce why a pair of Edo Kiriko glasses is a suitable gift for an anniversary, as well as some recommended products carefully selected by Glass Studio Saiho. If you are considering giving a pair of glasses as a gift, be sure to read to the end.
■ Edo Kiriko pair of glasses are items that enrich your daily life
The pair of Edo Kiriko glasses are not only beautifully cut, but also can be used immediately in the recipient's daily life. They are perfect for drinking sake, tea, juice, and even serving small sweets.
When giving a pair of glasses as a gift, it is recommended to choose a color and shape that matches the recipient's tastes and preferences. At Glass Studio Saiho, we value traditional patterns while also working to develop modern designs with a new sensibility, so you're sure to find the perfect pair.
■ Edo Kiriko pair glasses are perfect for couples or married couples
The traditional Edo Kiriko patterns each contain wishes for good health, longevity, prosperity of descendants, etc. By using glasses with the same design and featuring auspicious patterns, the relationship between the two of you will surely deepen.
Edo Kiriko has a long history that dates back to the late Edo period and continues to the present day, and is designated as a traditional craft of Tokyo and a traditional craft of the country. Each piece is still carefully crafted by artisans, making it a special gift for your anniversary.
■ Carefully selected by Glass Studio Saiho!
5 recommended pair glasses for gifts
From here, we will introduce five particularly recommended pair glasses from Glass Studio Saiho.
・M-131-2 Sword and arrow pattern, old pair
This is a set of two antique glasses in blue and red. These two colors are representative of Edo Kiriko. The bamboo leaf pattern on the glass represents prayers for good health and longevity, as it symbolizes the bamboo's strong vitality. The crossed bamboo fence-like pattern is said to ward off evil spirits.
The glass has a wide mouth and a cylindrical shape, making it easy to put in large ice cubes, making it ideal for drinking whiskey or shochu on the rocks. It also makes a great gift for your parents' wedding anniversary or for someone overseas.
・M-285-2 Checkered Pattern Old Pair
This pair of glasses comes in two colors: lapis lazuli and golden red. Glass Studio Saiho has boldly adapted the checkered pattern, a traditional design often seen in everyday life, with a modern touch, and applied it to the entire glass. The beautiful contrast between the colored and transparent parts makes this simple design a gorgeous addition to any dining table.
These glasses are perfect for drinking tea or juice, as well as alcohol. The casual design makes them easy to use on a daily basis, making them a great gift for weddings or special anniversaries.
・M-088-2 Pair of sake cups with four-flower diamond pattern
This pair of sake cups comes in blue and red. Their rounded, stable shape is a classic of Edo Kiriko. This is one of Glass Studio Saiho's best-selling products.
It is decorated with the "four-flower diamond pattern," a combination of four traditional "flower diamond patterns" that were used as family crests for nobles during the Heian period. It is a small but very elegant sake cup.
These pair of glasses will make you feel enriched just by having them in your cupboard at home, and are the perfect gift for anyone who loves sake.
・M-8573-2BP Shippo Bamboo Leaf Pattern Mini Old Pair Direct Sales Limited Edition
These pair of glasses are available in three colors: blue pink, pink green, and purple. The blue pink and pink green glasses have different colors for the body and bottom, while the purple glasses have a transparent base that is the same color as the glass itself.
The glass itself is decorated with a design that combines the auspicious Shippo motif with a bamboo leaf motif, which symbolizes good health and longevity. Its mesmerizing beauty makes you want to gaze at it forever. It pairs well with any drink, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, making it the most popular product from Glass Studio Saiho.
*This item is usually sold in pairs of the same color, so if you would like a set of different colors, please contact us.
・M-8285BK Checkered Pattern Old Black
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This antique glass features a bold black and clear checkered pattern that has been featured on television many times. The darker the color of Edo Kiriko, the harder it is to see the alignment lines, so cutting requires a high level of skill. Glass Studio Saiho's black is particularly intense, reaching a depth that can be described as jet black. The checkered pattern, while simple in shape, is also a design that tests the artisan's skill.
These modern yet crafted old glasses are a perfect gift for anyone who is particular about their work.
*This item is usually sold individually, so please contact us if you would like to order a pair.
◇Give a pair of Edo Kiriko glasses to someone special.
So far, we have explained why Edo Kiriko pair glasses are recommended and recommended products from Glass Studio Saiho. In addition to the five pair glasses introduced here, our studio offers a variety of other types of pair glasses.
Each glass is delivered in a wooden box or a presentation box. We can also provide gift wrapping and name engraving upon request (this usually takes about three days from the date of shipment).
Edo Kiriko is very popular these days and may sell out, so we recommend purchasing early.
