Designated as a nationally recognized traditional craft, Edo Glass represents the long-standing glassmaking artistry of Tokyo’s downtown area. It is said that the craft began during the Edo period when artisans first engraved intricate patterns onto glass surfaces. Edo Glass and Edo Kiriko are characterized by deep cuts and a sharp, vibrant finish that enhances their elegance.
Each piece is meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans using time-honored glassblowing techniques, featuring classic Japanese patterns that have stood the test of time. Over its long history, Kimoto Glass has produced and curated more than 130 types of Edo Glass, offering a wide variety of shapes, colors, textures, and sizes. These glassware pieces are designed to enhance the experience of food and drink, creating a harmonious synergy between presentation and taste. Find the perfect glass that suits your taste and style.
Each piece is meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans using time-honored glassblowing techniques, featuring classic Japanese patterns that have stood the test of time. Over its long history, Kimoto Glass has produced and curated more than 130 types of Edo Glass, offering a wide variety of shapes, colors, textures, and sizes. These glassware pieces are designed to enhance the experience of food and drink, creating a harmonious synergy between presentation and taste. Find the perfect glass that suits your taste and style.
Philosophy & Vision
Pioneering a New Glass Design Philosophy
Kimoto Glass is a glassware specialty wholesaler with nearly a century of history. Since 2000, it has collaborated with designers, creators, and Edo Kiriko artisans under the KIMOTO GLASS TOKYO brand to redefine the aesthetics of glassware.
One of its groundbreaking achievements is the development of jet-black Edo Kiriko, a first of its kind in the world. This innovative design, with its modern and minimalist aesthetic, has been embraced by luxury brands, hotels, and restaurants globally. Additionally, the "funew" series takes discarded wine bottles and upcycles them into functional tableware while maintaining their recognizable shape. This clever and visually striking design makes sustainability both tangible and engaging.
One of its groundbreaking achievements is the development of jet-black Edo Kiriko, a first of its kind in the world. This innovative design, with its modern and minimalist aesthetic, has been embraced by luxury brands, hotels, and restaurants globally. Additionally, the "funew" series takes discarded wine bottles and upcycles them into functional tableware while maintaining their recognizable shape. This clever and visually striking design makes sustainability both tangible and engaging.
Creator's Commitment
A New Approach to Japanese Sake – "Tripling"
Kimoto Glass introduces “Tripling”, a new lifestyle concept that elevates the way Japanese sake is enjoyed. By carefully pairing sake with the right glassware, just as wine is matched with specific glasses to enhance its characteristics, "Tripling" emphasizes the interplay between food, sake, and glassware.
In French cuisine, it is customary to pair red wine with red meat, served in a glass designed to enhance its aroma and flavor. However, despite the wide variety of sake—from sparkling and crisp dry types to rich, full-bodied varieties—most are traditionally served in small ochoko cups, regardless of the meal or occasion.
With "Tripling," sake can be selected and enjoyed in a way that mirrors wine pairing—choosing the right type of sake to complement the dish and serving it in a glass designed to enhance its unique aroma and flavor. Experience a new way to enjoy sake with the perfect glassware pairing.
In French cuisine, it is customary to pair red wine with red meat, served in a glass designed to enhance its aroma and flavor. However, despite the wide variety of sake—from sparkling and crisp dry types to rich, full-bodied varieties—most are traditionally served in small ochoko cups, regardless of the meal or occasion.
With "Tripling," sake can be selected and enjoyed in a way that mirrors wine pairing—choosing the right type of sake to complement the dish and serving it in a glass designed to enhance its unique aroma and flavor. Experience a new way to enjoy sake with the perfect glassware pairing.