The Corporate Gift Nobody Forgets

A branded hinoki cypress cup from Japan. Not another pen. Not another tote bag. Something with 1,300 years of craftsmanship behind it.

Why It Works

It's useful

People actually drink from it. It sits on their desk. It stays.

It's remarkable

Wood, not plastic. Japan, not generic. 1,300 years, not mass-produced.

It's personal

Your logo, burned into hinoki by artisans. Not printed. Not stuck on. Carved in.

It starts conversations

“Where did you get this?” is the question every brand wants people to ask.

Use Cases

Conference & Trade Show

Stop people at your booth. A wooden cup is the giveaway nobody throws away.

Company Anniversary

10th, 25th, 50th — mark the milestone with something that lasts.

Client Appreciation

Year-end gifts that say “we value this relationship.”

Employee Recognition

Onboarding, promotions, retirement. A name-engraved cup they’ll keep.

Product Launch

Create a limited-edition branded cup for your launch event.

Shareholder Gifts

Distinguish your company with Japanese craftsmanship.

Two Engraving Methods

Yakiin (Branding Iron)

Traditional. Warm. Best for logos and large runs.

Laser

Precise. Detailed. Best for photos, QR codes, individual names.

Both methods work on all 7 sizes. A free visual mockup comes with every quote, before you commit.

How It Works

1

Tell us what you need

Size, quantity, design — the basics.

2

Quote + free mockup

We send a visual mockup with your quote.

3

Confirm your order

Decide after seeing it. Invoice billing available.

4

We produce, inspect, and ship

Worldwide delivery.

Scale

From 10 cups upward. Whether you're gifting your team or your entire conference, we've got you covered.

Minimum

10 units

Before you order

Free visual mockup with your quote

Turnaround

2–4 weeks depending on quantity

Recent Work

Laser engraving on a 180ml cup for Ishiwa Onsen Ashiyu Hiroba, published with their permission. Fine logo lines are reproduced together with the wood grain at this level of detail.

Laser-engraved hinoki masu cup, front viewClose-up of laser engraving on hinoki wood grainHinoki masu cup held in hand, showing scale

Before You Order

These are the questions procurement teams have to answer internally. Here are our terms, laid out so you can compare them against other quotes.

Is there a plate or setup fee?

Branding irons require a one-time copper plate for the first order. Laser engraving needs no plate, so there is no setup fee. We recommend whichever suits your artwork and quantity.

Do we need to supply artwork files?

No. Send a photo of your logo on a business card, envelope or signage and we will rebuild the artwork. We can also start from plain text. Before you order, we send a free visual mockup of your design together with the quote, so you can decide after seeing it.

Can we see the design before committing?

Yes. Before you order, we send a free visual mockup of your design together with the quote. You can check placement and sizing on the cup face, circulate it internally, and decide after seeing it.

Can each unit carry different text?

Yes, with laser engraving. Individual names for award recipients or per-department variations require no additional plates.

Where are they made?

Japan. We use domestic hinoki cypress and produce everything in-house, from raw timber through to engraving and inspection.

What lead time should we plan for?

Roughly 2 weeks for plain cups, 3 weeks with engraving, and 4 weeks for orders above 300 units. Timelines shift depending on how quickly artwork is approved.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes. We have shipped to Asia, North America and Europe, and can engrave messages in English and other languages.

“We ordered 100 logo-engraved cups for our 30th anniversary. Clients called them ‘the best corporate gift they'd received.’”

— Manufacturing company

“The wooden cups were the star of our trade show booth. People stopped to touch them.”

— Tech company

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the minimum order?+

10 units for plain cups. Engraved one-off pieces can be ordered from 1 unit.

Can each cup have a different design?+

Yes, with laser engraving. Branding iron uses one design for all.

Do you handle packaging?+

Yes. Individual wrapping, custom boxes, and noshi (Japanese ceremonial wrapping) available.

Let's Create Something Memorable

Tell us about your event, your brand, and your timeline. We'll handle the rest.

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