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Whisky Glass Crafting Process
Where light meets shadow, the Edo Kiriko Handcrafted Kage Tate Whisky Glass Set captures the delicate balance between modern form and traditional artistry. Each glass is cut by hand, revealing precise vertical facets that dance with reflections, sharp at first glance, yet soft in their interplay with light.
The set features two contrasting expressions: one in clear crystal, radiating purity and brilliance; the other in smoky grey, echoing the quiet depth of dusk. Together, they embody the Japanese aesthetic of kage, the subtle beauty of light filtered through shadow.
Slightly tapered toward the base, the Kage Tate form enhances both grip and optical depth, making every pour a moment of contemplation. Whether displayed or used for fine whisky, this pair reflects the elegance of Edo Kiriko craftsmanship in its most contemporary form.
• Craft: Edo Kiriko
• Diameter: 3 in / 7.5 cm
• Height: 3.9 in / 10 cm
• Capacity: 8.5 fl oz / 250 ml
• Weight: 17.6 oz / 500 g
Clear, side-by-side comparison: traditional pain points vs. our handcrafted improvements.
Artisans begin with simple outlines drawn on the glass surface, mapping the overall balance, symmetry, and light play of the final piece. Traditional Japanese motifs—hemp leaf, shippo, chrysanthemums, and more—are arranged to guide where lines will be cut and facets revealed. In Edo Kiriko, pattern beauty is achieved by precision, restraint, and the harmony of light and shadow.
The base patterns are first incised at fixed angles to define depth and rhythm. A rotating wheel charged with abrasive slurry removes glass in controlled passes to establish the major grooves and facets. This stage determines clarity, alignment, and the crisp intersections of lines—results that rely on years of hand–eye training and an artisan’s steady control.
Next, each cut is adjusted and smoothed until the surface turns clear and luminous. Natural stone wheels and fine abrasives reach into details that metal tools cannot. This is a decisive phase: minute corrections remove burrs and powder residue so that the final geometry shines cleanly and refracts light as intended.
The final stage uses a sequence of wooden, cork, and felt wheels with progressively finer compounds. Surfaces transition from satin to mirror clarity, enhancing optical depth and sparkle without rounding the edges. Fabrics and powders are switched as needed to protect each facet, ensuring a radiant finish that brings the motif to life.


















