The Premium Titanium Sake Vessel “hikiZAN” is a product born from the philosophy that “beauty emerges not by adding something, but by ‘subtracting’ it.” hikiZAN is crafted by carving pure titanium, characterized by a design based on the aesthetics of subtraction. This product is the first in a series of titanium sake vessels, offering the texture of ceramics, but with a unique heft and a sense of luxury when held. Imahashi Co., Ltd., since its founding in Showa year 39, has been engaged in metal cutting processing for the electrical machinery industry in Hitachi City, Ibaraki Prefecture. As a company in Hitachi City, the mecca of manufacturing, we have taken on challenging high-difficulty processing and have worked to enhance our in-house technology. As a result, we have become strong in “complex shape processing” and “difficult-to-cut material processing.” However, due to Hitachi, Ltd.’s recent shift away from manufacturing, the decline of Hitachi City is progressing. Therefore, aiming to serve as a catalyst for regional revitalization, we have begun developing products utilizing our long-accumulated titanium processing technologies that are recognized both nationwide and overseas. The hikiZAN sake vessel features a design with the texture of ceramics achieved through advanced metal cutting and unique surface treatment technologies. Additionally, the prototype was crafted by Kasama ware artist Atsushi Funakushi, making each piece unique with varying expressions. The branding is consistent, with packaging, leaflets, and shopper bags all unified. The hikiZAN sake vessel is a special item that has no metallic taste, allowing you to enjoy the flavor and aroma of sake as they are. It also carries a romantic notion, as it can be passed down from father to son and from son to grandson as a lifelong treasure. Please use it as an elegant vessel when drinking sake.

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