Tanabe Tatara no Sato Tamahagane Guinomi

This guinomi is crafted from tamahagane alloyed with chromium, giving it both strength and elegance. The surface is polished to a brilliant mirror finish, and upon closer inspection, subtle carbon banding becomes visible, each line a testament to the material's unique character. The base features a matte, textured finish that not only contrasts beautifully with the glossy upper half but also offers added durability against surface wear. Traditionally used for sake, guinomi are small vessels that elevate the drinking experience through form and craftsmanship.
Located in the Okuizumo region of Shimane Prefecture, Tanabe Tatara no Sato preserves the ancient Japanese technology of tatara steelmaking, where iron-rich sand is smelted in a tatara, a clay furnace, with pine charcoal. This 1,300 year old technique produces tamahagane, the revered steel once used to forge samurai swords.
*this piece is NOT dishwasher safe.