Negoro Lacquer: Heishi Vassel

A refined Negoro lacquer heishi bottle vessel by Koichi Kosaka.

Heishi is a traditional Japanese form originally used to offer sake or water before Shinto shrines and Buddhist altars, and is especially known as a ceremonial vessel for sacred sake. Finished in vivid vermilion Negoro lacquer, this piece carries a quiet ritual dignity, while subtle black undertones give the surface depth and character.