Edo Kiriko Red Chrysanthemum Hand-Cut Whisky Glass

A glass of passion. refinement. and quiet bloom. the Edo Kiriko Handcrafted Red Chrysanthemum Whisky Glass renders one of the most revered flowers in Japanese tradition — the kiku — into hand-cut crystal of deep. jewel-toned red. Carved petal by petal through countless precision strokes. the chrysanthemum on the body of the glass catches light from every angle. transforming the surface into a slowly-opening bloom.

Kiku (菊) — The Imperial Flower

The chrysanthemum. kiku (菊). is among the most cherished flowers in Japanese culture. A symbol of the Imperial family for over a thousand years. the sixteen-petal chrysanthemum graces the official seal of the Imperial Throne. Across centuries it has stood for longevity. perfection. nobility. and the quiet pride of autumn. The Chrysanthemum Festival (Kiku no Sekku. 菊の節句) — one of the five sacred seasonal festivals — celebrates this flower as an emblem of refinement and lasting beauty.

Red — The Color of Love and Vitality

Among chrysanthemums. the red bloom (aka-kiku 赤菊) carries the warmest meaning: love. passion. and a quiet vitality. Deep ruby-toned. jewel-rich. the color glows with a kind of slow inner fire. The contrast between the deep red overlay and the brilliance beneath — where the artisan's cuts have reached the clear crystal — creates the unmistakable two-tone glow that defines this piece. Where the cut goes deepest. the light shines brightest.

Hand-Cut Bloom — The Kise (被せ) Technique

Each petal is shaped by hand against a spinning wheel through tens of thousands of careful strokes. The traditional kise (被せ) overlay technique fuses a thin layer of ruby crystal over a clear base; the deep cutting reveals the underlying clarity. creating an effect no machine-pressed glass can replicate. Hold the glass to the light. and the chrysanthemum seems to open and close as you turn it in the hand.

Perfect For

Single Malt Scotch. Bourbon. Japanese whisky. Old Fashioned cocktails. and any aged spirit served neat or on the rocks. A particularly meaningful gift for romantic occasions — anniversaries. Valentine's Day. engagements. milestone celebrations of love — where the red chrysanthemum's symbolism of passion and lasting affection speaks louder than words. Also a thoughtful gift for autumn-born celebrants. lovers of the language of flowers. or anyone who appreciates the meeting of refinement and warmth.

Product Specifications

- Craft: Authentic Edo Kiriko Technique
- Material: Hand-Cut Lead-Free Crystal
- Design: Red Chrysanthemum (Aka-Kiku 赤菊) Motif
- Technique: Kise (被せ) Color Overlay
- Color: Deep Ruby Red
- Capacity: Approx. 8.5 fl oz / 250 ml
- 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.