Arita Ware “Simple Sake Warer / Saga Sake Cup”

Arita Ware “Simple Sake Warer / Saga Sake Cup” （Saga ）
Artist: Unknown

Also known as Imari ware depending on the region, Arita ware is characterized by its vibrant overglaze decoration. Until porcelain production spread nationwide in the late Edo period (19th century), Arita was Japan’s only producer of porcelain. It was designated a Traditional Craft in 1977.