Ochoko Shikkunshi is...

• This is a decorative sake cup featuring the classic Four Gentlemen motif.

The Four Gentlemen — orchid, bamboo, chrysanthemum, and plum blossom — are four plants long revered in Chinese and East Asian culture for their association with the virtues of a noble person: resilience, integrity, and quiet grace. Together they form an auspicious pattern that carries much the same celebratory significance in East Asia as the pine, bamboo, and plum of the Japanese 'Shochikubai' tradition. Each of the four motifs is rendered on this small, elegant ochoko cup, finished in a deep gloss that brings out the refined beauty of the design.
A fitting gift to mark a milestone, this cup is especially recommended for longevity celebrations, retirement gifts, or any occasion where a gesture of respect and good wishes is called for. It also makes a thoughtful present for guests from East Asia who will appreciate the cultural significance of the Four Gentlemen. Raise a cup and let the conversation flow.