Antique Japanese c1930's Ceramic Sake Cup "Loyalty" Cherry Blossom Arms & Armor Having been in storage for

Having been in storage for over a century

The design features intricate kimono patterns

including historical scenes

it’s thick walls allow the tea to stay warmer longer during the chill winter months

Antique Japanese c1930's Ceramic Sake Cup "Loyalty" Cherry Blossom Arms & Armor Having been in storage forThis is an antique Japanese Imari ceramic sake cup or Sakazuki. Made for military awards in the early Showa era c 1920's and 1930's. This says Chuyu "Loyalty" and has a makers mark "Yoshikawa". Pale blue with cherry blossoms and a gold rim. The foot of the cup is in the the traditional start shape for the military. Please see the photos for condition, no chips or hairlines. Diameter = 2. 25" Height = 1. 25"