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Wooden Masu Cup (Traditional Japanese Sake/Rice Cup) with Glass
Traditional Wooden Ichigōmasu Cup with Glass Insert
These traditional Japanese wooden cups were originally used for measuring rice and are also commonly associated with drinking sake.
According to Japanese tradition, it is considered impolite to pour your own sake. Instead, the host should refill your cup when it is empty. Likewise, when the host’s cup is empty, it is polite to offer a refill.
This particular wooden masu cup is designed to hold a sake glass. Traditionally, sake is poured generously until the glass is filled to the brim, allowing any overflow to collect in the wooden masu cup. This helps prevent spills and waste while creating a traditional Japanese sake-serving experience.
Please note that these particular wooden cups are not designed for drinking sake directly from the wooden container. Traditionally made in China.
Traditional Masu Sizes
Masu cups were traditionally produced in various sizes, most commonly:
- Ichigōmasu (一合枡): Approximately 180 ml
- Isshōmasu (一升枡): Approximately 1.8 litres
- Ittomasu (一斗枡): Approximately 18 litres
Dimensions
- Square: 80–81 mm
- Height: 50–51 mm
- Capacity: Approximately 200 ml
Care Instructions
These wooden masu cups are not dishwasher-safe. Simply rinse them by hand and allow them to air dry naturally.
Personalisation
These traditional wooden cups can also be personalised with a custom engraving, such as a name, message, or company logo. Please refer to the example photographs for inspiration.
