Exhibitor’s Stories
The perfect marriage of Japanese elm wood and copper
Centuries-old Japanese woodworking endows wood ware with grace and elegance. When time-tested wood craft is combined with the latest technology, the result is a series of drinking vessels composed of wood and copper. The Kisen cup series offers traditional aesthetics and sensibility people have come to expect, but the cups are characterized by clean lines and the minimalist design language that are decidedly contemporary. Each Kisen cup is handcrafted by artisans, and the Japanese elm showcasing its beautiful natural pattern and warm texture complements the heavy copper base that helps stabilize the vessel and release the aroma of the wine or sake. Based in Toyama, Japan, Yotsukawa Seisakusho Ltd. launched the Kisen lifestyle brand to bring tradition and innovation together.