Shuki (sake vessels)

Shuki are the vessels and containers used to serve and drink sake, and they come in a wide variety of shapes and materials. Typical drinking vessels include the choko (small cup), guinomi (larger cup), sakazuki (shallow cup), and glasses. Tokkuri (narrow-necked flask), choshi (serving flask), and katakuchi (bowl with a single spout) are containers used for pouring sake. The choice and use of shuki is often adapted to the type of sake and the occasion on which it is enjoyed, and their individual character and beauty further deepen the enjoyment of sake.