Japanese Tokkuri

Japanese tokkuri is a type of sake bottle typically used to serve Japanese rice wine.  It has a rounded body with a narrow neck. A classic shape that helps retain the heat when serving warm sake. Made of ceramic, with a glazed surface that has developed a visible crackled pattern (known as crazing), indicating age or deliberate aesthetic design. The bottle is decorated with hand-painted floral motifs, primarily blue and brown flowers and leaves, which are likely chrysanthemums or a similar traditional Japanese botanical motif. The floral patterns are expressive and rendered in a flowing, naturalistic style. The neck of the tokkuri is narrow and cylindrical, with a slightly flared rim. There are tiny speckles or imperfections visible on the surface, adding to its character.

There is some visible wear and discoloration consistent with age and use.

This tokkuri could date back to the Edo period or later, and the blue-and-white palette suggests an influence from Arita or Seto ware, both prominent Japanese ceramic traditions.