Edo Kiriko Kage-Tate Hand-Cut Whisky Glass

A glass born from the meeting of light and structure. the Edo Kiriko Handcrafted Kage-Tate Whisky Glass renders the quiet drama of shadow falling along vertical lines in hand-cut crystal. Choose between two distinct expressions — a clear crystal of pure brilliance. or a smoky grey of contemplative dusk.

Kage-Tate (影縦) — Shadow Along the Vertical

The name kage-tate joins two essential concepts in Japanese aesthetics: kage (影). meaning shadow. and tate (縦). the vertical line that orders the world. Across centuries of Japanese craft — from temple architecture to silk weaving. from calligraphy to garden design — the vertical line has stood for stability. presence. and quiet authority. Here. in hand-cut crystal. each vertical facet catches and holds shadow against light. rendering this enduring aesthetic in a vessel that turns the simple pour into a study of contrast.

Choose Your Expression

- Clear Crystal — Brilliance: Pure. unobstructed light. Every vertical cut catches the room and returns it as brightness. For the purist who chooses clarity over color.

- Smoky Grey — Dusk: The quiet depth of evening. Light arrives through the smoke as if filtered through low cloud — present but composed. For the contemplative drinker.

Designed for the Hand and the Eye

Slightly tapered toward the base. the Kage-Tate form enhances both grip and optical depth — sitting balanced in the palm while drawing the eye downward along its vertical cuts. The 500 g substantial weight is no accident; this is the heft required to hold cuts this deep and refined. A vessel for those who appreciate both how something looks and how it feels in the hand.

Perfect For

Single Malt Scotch. Bourbon. Japanese whisky. or any aged spirit served neat. A modern interpretation of a centuries-old craft — equally at home on a minimalist bar shelf. in a contemporary collector's display. or as a refined gift for those who value architectural beauty in everyday objects. A favorite of designers. architects. and lovers of quiet. structured aesthetics.

Product Specifications

- Craft: Authentic Edo Kiriko Technique
- Material: Hand-Cut Lead-Free Crystal
- Design: Vertical Faceted Cuts with Tapered Base
- Available Colors: Clear Crystal / Smoky Grey
- Diameter: 3.0 in / 7.5 cm
- Height: 3.9 in / 10 cm
- Capacity: 8.5 fl oz / 250 ml
- Weight: 17.6 oz / 500 g
- Packaging: 1× Whisky Glass + 1× Wooden Gift Box
- Care: Hand wash only — no dishwasher. no microwave

* Each glass is handcrafted. Minor variations in dimensions. weight. and pattern are inherent to the artisan process and make every piece unique.