The skilled craftsmanship from famous Japanese production areas enhances the flavor of beer and carbonated drinks. This cup features a stainless steel body finished with polishing techniques from Tsubame-Sanjo, and is coated with traditional craft Yamanaka lacquerware lacquer.

The Shima (Lacquer Polishing) Cup is a cup with a stainless steel body finished using polishing techniques from Tsubame-Sanjo, and coated with lacquer from the traditional craft Yamanaka Lacquerware. It boasts a form and structure that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, embodying beauty that transcends mere utility—like a work of art. By blending craft techniques with industrial technology, it creates unique expressions and functionality not found elsewhere.

● Sparkling Stream Pattern
This is the first product in the Shima brand and has been loved for many years. The traditional technique called "Byakudan-nuri," which involves applying lacquer over patterns drawn with gold and silver foil or powder, is used. In the Shima Byakudan series, a unique "Urushi Nagashi" (lacquer flowing) method is employed to sprinkle gold dust, creating a shimmering pattern reminiscent of flowing water.

● Enjoy aging while using
Immediately after finishing, the lacquered surface has a deep amber color, but over time, depending on the environment and frequency of use, the color gradually lightens at various speeds. Since the vessel uses natural lacquer, it offers the joy of aging and developing character through regular use, similar to denim.

● Enhancing the qualities of lacquer and metal
The main body of the cup is made of 18-8 stainless steel, shaped and polished in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture. The upper interior is finished with a mirror polish, while the lower part features spiral polishing marks, which produce a rich, creamy foam instantly when beer is poured. Its double structure minimizes water droplets and provides excellent insulation. While utilizing the functional benefits of stainless steel, the exterior is finished with lacquer, adding a moist texture and a soft mouthfeel.

● Comes with a "Echizen Washi" paper coaster, a traditional craft from Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture
Echizen Washi is handmade in the Okutagawa River basin area of Echizen, Fukui Prefecture. The main raw material is the inner bark of plants such as kozo (paper mulberry), mitsumata, and gampi. Echizen Washi is characterized by its elegant, natural color (kina-iro) that stimulates rich sensibilities, and its high quality.

● Production area introduction… Yamanaka Lacquerware, Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture (formerly Yamanaka Town)
Yamanaka Lacquerware, designated as a traditional craft of Japan, has a history dating back over 400 years to the Azuchi-Momoyama period. Lacquerware is generally completed by woodturners shaping the wood, lacquersmiths applying lacquer, and makie (decorative inlay) artisans adding embellishments. Yamanaka Lacquerware boasts top-tier craftsmanship and production volume in Japan through lathe-turned wood bases, and excels in lacquering and makie techniques.

● Production area introduction… Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, "Polishing Techniques"
Tsubame-Sanjo is a region with a rich history of metalworking, originating from Edo-period nail-making, and has accumulated advanced and diverse metal processing techniques. The high quality of their polishing techniques is renowned; even Apple Inc. has been captivated by them. They hold a 90% share of the domestic market for Western-style metal tableware and are highly regarded both domestically and internationally, including being selected for Nobel Prize banquet services.

Material: 18-8 stainless steel, lacquer coating
Included: Washi paper coaster, Paulownia wood box (lid made of paulownia veneer)
Size: Main body… Diameter 8.0 cm × Height 13.0 cm, Capacity approximately 400 ml
Washi paper coaster… 9 cm square × 10 pieces
Box: Width 9.8 cm × Depth 14.8 cm × Height 9.9 cm
Weight: approximately 208 g (body only)