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 decorated with traditional craft Yamanaka lacquerware's lacquer coating.

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.

- The pattern resembles sparkling flowing water
This is the first product in the Shima brand and a long-loved series. The traditional technique called "Byakudan-nuri," where patterns drawn with gold and silver foil or powder are coated with lacquer, is used. In the Shima series, a unique "Urushi Nagashi" (lacquer flowing) method is employed to sprinkle gold dust, creating a shimmering pattern that resembles flowing water.

- Enjoyment in aging with use
Immediately after finishing, the lacquer 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 pleasure of nurturing and aging it like denim, developing a unique character over time.

- Enhancing the qualities of lacquer and metal
The main body 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 lively, creamy foam when pouring beer. Its double structure minimizes water droplets and provides excellent insulation. While utilizing the functionality of stainless steel, the exterior is finished with lacquer, adding a moist texture and a soft mouthfeel.

- Comes with a "Echizen Washi" paper coaster from Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture
Echizen Washi is a traditional Japanese paper produced in the Okata River basin area of Echizen, Fukui Prefecture. The main raw material is plant inner bark fibers such as kozo, 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 from 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 made by woodturners shaping the wood, lacquer artisans applying lacquer, and makie (decorative inlay) artists adding embellishments. Yamanaka Lacquerware boasts top-tier craftsmanship and production volume in Japan through lathe-turned wood bases, and excels in lacquer and makie techniques.

- Production area introduction… Polishing techniques from Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture
Tsubame-Sanjo is a region with a rich history of metalworking, originating from Edo-period iron nail manufacturing. It is renowned for its advanced and diverse metal processing techniques. Apple Inc. is famously impressed by the quality of their polishing skills. They hold about 90% of the domestic market share for Western-style metal tableware and are highly regarded both domestically and internationally, including being selected for Nobel Prize banquetware.

Material: 18-8 stainless steel, lacquer coating
Included: Washi paper coaster, Paulownia wood box (lid made of paulownia veneer)
Size:
- Main body: Diameter 7.8 cm × Height 8.4 cm, Capacity approximately 250 ml
- Washi coaster: 9 cm square × 10 pieces
Box: Width 9.7 cm × Depth 9.7 cm × Height 10.6 cm
Weight: Approximately 145 g (body only)