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This is a 130ml glass drinking vessel crafted by mouth-blowing without a mold. The stem connecting to the base is short, and the rim gathers inward like a tulip. Planned in collaboration with Osamu Saruyama and manufactured by the glass studio Fresco, it is used for occasions to enjoy calvados.

Why this product

Selected for its production method imbued with studio craft technique and its proportions designed with use in mind.

  1. Mouth-blown production without molds

    Crafted using the chuubuki method, a traditional technique of shaping by blowing air without using molds.

  2. Osamu Saruyama planning and studio manufacturing

    A product from Azmaya's BAR series, made at the glass studio Fresco through a collaborative planning with designer Osamu Saruyama.

  3. Short stem and gathered rim

    The stem connecting to the base is short in length, and the rim gathers inward like a tulip.

This is a glass made by blowing air by mouth without a mold. With a short stem and a rim that narrows like a tulip, it is well suited for serving and drinking whisky. It was created through the planning of Osamu Saruyama and the touch of the studio fresco.

Why this product

We examined the balance between craftsmanship and usability revealed in a hand-blown glass.

  1. Crafted with Traditional Chubuki Technique

    It is made using a handmade method that shapes the form by directly blowing breath without using a mold.

  2. Collaboration Between Designer and Studio

    It was completed through planning by designer Osamu Saruyama and production handled by the glass studio fresco.

  3. Narrowed Rim and Short Stem

    The stem handle is short, and the rim at the mouth of the glass narrows like a tulip.

This is a glass wine glass made by mouth-blowing without using a mold. With a rim that gently curves inward like a tulip and a short stem structure, it holds a capacity of 270ml. It is used for comfortably drinking wine at the everyday dining table.

Why this product

Chosen for its blend of traditional craft techniques and thoughtful design for usability.

  1. Traditional Chubuki technique

    It is crafted using the traditional method of shaping the glass by blowing directly by mouth without using a mold.

  2. Collaboration between designer and workshop

    As part of Azmaya's BAR series, it was designed in collaboration with designer Osamu Saruyama and produced by the glass studio fresco.

  3. Tapered rim

    The rim of the glass gently curves inward like a tulip.

This is a 15cm-diameter plate crafted from ceramic. The inner center is rounded and concave, holding food stably. Being both microwave and dishwasher safe, it is used comfortably on everyday tables.

Why this product

We looked for a dish that adds a small touch of vitality to the dining table while being comfortably used every day.

  1. Ceramic material

    Crafted from ceramic, it has a calm and smooth texture.

  2. Concave center and red line

    The inner center is hollowed out roundly to gather food together, and a red line encircles it, adding a fresh impression to the dish.

  3. Appliance compatible

    It supports microwave and dishwasher use, requiring less effort when warming food or cleaning up.

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Why shouldn't the 'unglazed ceramic' mentioned in the description be put in the dishwasher?

The term 'unglazed ceramic' in the teapot description is unfamiliar, and wondering why the normally used dishwasher cannot be used makes one hesitate.

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Because it is unglazed, the fine pores of the clay are exposed to the surface, allowing dishwasher detergent and residue to seep into the clay.

This is a small pitcher crafted from black clay (烏泥) ceramic. It features a rounded body with a curved handle, a pointed spout, and a lid with a hole. It has a 45ml capacity, suited for dispensing sauce at the table.

Why this product

We considered three aspects so that seasonings can be dispensed appropriately at the table.

  1. 45ml small size

    It is made with a 45ml capacity, suited for dispensing seasonings as much as needed at the table.

  2. Black clay ceramic

    It is neatly crafted using black clay (烏泥) ceramic.

  3. Washing and storage method

    It cannot be used in a dishwasher or microwave, over an open flame, or on induction. Wash with a neutral detergent and dry thoroughly before storing.

This is a compact rock glass made of soda-lime glass. Measuring 6.6cm in height with a rim diameter of 6.3cm, it gently widens from bottom to top. With an indicated capacity of 135ml, it is well suited for pouring and drinking moderate amounts of cold beverages or liquor.

Why this product

We looked closely at its modest capacity and specifications faithful to its use.

  1. Small specification of 135ml

    With a rim diameter of 6.3cm and a height of 6.6cm, it fits in your hand, and its indicated capacity is 135ml.

  2. Soda-lime glass material

    Using soda-lime glass, it reveals the true color of everyday beverages placed inside.

  3. Precautions for use

    It cannot be used in microwaves and dishwashers, as well as ovens, direct flame, or induction, so hand-washing is required.

This is a ceramic plate shaped by hand one by one. Its horizontally long oval base with gently rising rims stably supports food. Being safe for both microwave and dishwasher use, it is convenient for everyday table settings.

Why this product

It was chosen because it possesses a handcrafted build while still being easy to handle in daily life.

  1. Handcrafted ceramics

    Each vessel was shaped by hand one by one instead of using machines.

  2. Microwave and dishwasher safe

    You can conveniently reheat food or wash it with ease in a dishwasher after meals.

  3. Unglazed bottom section

    Because no glaze is applied to the bottom surface, care should be taken as it may stain if it comes into contact with dark-colored food.

This is a 310ml glass crafted by blowing breath by mouth in front of flames. It measures 8.1cm in diameter and 9.8cm in height, and the bottom has a round mark left from detaching the blowpipe. It is suitable to keep on the dining table and use for everyday water or beverages.

Why this product

We selected it for the traces of being hand-blown and its convenient size to use.

  1. Handcrafted blown-glass technique

    It was crafted using a blown-glass technique of blowing short breaths in front of hot flames.

  2. Round mark on the bottom

    A round trace created when detaching the blowpipe remains on the underside of the cup.

  3. 310ml dimensions

    With a size of 8.1cm in diameter and 9.8cm in height, it holds a capacity of 310ml.

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Between 180ml and 225ml, which is the actual usable capacity?

Because both capacities are indicated together, it is difficult to estimate how many cups of tea can be brewed. It is necessary to distinguish whether the full capacity can be regarded as the regular usage volume.

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180ml is the indicated capacity, and 225ml is the full capacity filled to the brim of the teapot, so please base your actual use on 180ml.

It is a hand-shaped, kiln-fired ceramic bowl with an opening that flares outward, making it suitable for serving rice bowls or soupy dishes. With an 820ml capacity, it can be generously filled with food, and since it is microwave- and dishwasher-safe, maintenance is easy.

Why this product

Chosen for its size that fully holds a single-bowl meal and the natural texture inherent to ceramics.

  1. Generous capacity

    Based on manufacturer specifications, it holds 820ml, making it suitable for serving single-bowl dishes generously.

  2. Convenient washing and reheating

    Because it is both microwave- and dishwasher-safe, it is convenient for reheating cooled food or cleaning up after a meal.

  3. Variations arising from the process

    Due to the hand-shaping and firing process, the thickness of blue lines, distribution of spots, color, and size vary slightly from product to product.

가로와 세로 16cm의 정사각 규격에 둘레를 3.8cm 높여 빚은 그릇입니다. 손으로 갈색 유약을 입혀 마감했으며 전자레인지와 식기세척기에서 그대로 사용할 수 있습니다. 일상 식탁에서 반찬이나 국물이 자작한 음식을 담는 자리마다 편하게 쓰입니다.

Why this product

매일 차리는 식탁에서 부담 없이 꺼내 쓰기 좋은 기준을 살폈습니다.

  1. 식기세척기와 전자레인지

    전자레인지와 식기세척기 사용이 가능해 음식을 데우고 뒷정리하는 관리가 수월합니다.

  2. 손으로 입힌 갈색 유약

    손수 유약을 바르는 공정을 거쳐 접시마다 갈색의 농도와 색감이 저마다 다르게 표현됩니다.

  3. 둘레를 올린 3.8cm 높이

    가로와 세로 16cm에 높이 3.8cm로 둘레가 오목하게 올라와 음식을 안정감 있게 받쳐줍니다.