Find Your Perfect Masu
Seven sizes. One question: how will you use it?
Short answer
For sake: Ichigo (180 ml). For gifts: Goshaku or Ichigo with engraving. For home decor: Sanjaku. Not sure? Start with an Ichigo — it's the one everyone loves.
By Moment
Your nightly ritual
一合 Ichigo
180 ml · 85 x 85 x 56 mm
One pour, one cup, one quiet moment.
A special evening
五勺 Goshaku
100 ml · 64 x 64 x 38 mm
Smaller pour, bigger flavor. For your best bottle.
The izakaya experience
八勺 Hachigo
144 ml · 73 x 73 x 43 mm
For mokkiri-style overflow. Bring the bar home.
A meaningful gift
一合 Ichigo + engraving
180 ml · 85 x 85 x 56 mm
Name, date, or message. Fits in any gift box.
Your desk or shelf
三勺 / 二合半 Sanjaku or Nigohan
54 ml / 450 ml · 56 x 56 x 32 mm / 106 x 106 x 62 mm
Jewelry holder, pen cup, or just beautiful.
A Japanese celebration
五合 / 一升 Gogo or Issho
900 ml / 1,800 ml · 130 x 130 x 73 mm / 171 x 171 x 93 mm
Gogo for Setsubun. Issho for ceremonies.
All Seven Sizes at a Glance
| Name | Dimensions | Capacity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 三勺 Sanjakuさんしゃく | 56 x 56 x 32 mm | 54 ml | Tasting, decor, small gifts |
| 五勺 Goshakuごしゃく | 64 x 64 x 38 mm | 100 ml | Special sake, ceremonial toasts |
| 八勺 Hachigoはちごう | 73 x 73 x 43 mm | 144 ml | Casual sake, mokkiri overflow |
| 一合 Ichigoいちごう | 85 x 85 x 56 mm | 180 ml | Daily sake, gifts, engraving |
| 二合半 Nigohanにごうはん | 106 x 106 x 62 mm | 450 ml | Display, desk accessory |
| 五合 Gogoごごう | 130 x 130 x 73 mm | 900 ml | Setsubun, events |
| 一升 Isshoいっしょう | 171 x 171 x 93 mm | 1,800 ml | Kagami-biraki, ceremonies |
三勺 Sanjaku
さんしゃく
54 ml
五勺 Goshaku
ごしゃく
100 ml
八勺 Hachigo
はちごう
144 ml
一合 Ichigo
いちごう
180 ml
二合半 Nigohan
にごうはん
450 ml
五合 Gogo
ごごう
900 ml
一升 Issho
いっしょう
1,800 ml
Add-Ons
Engraving
Yakiin (branding iron) for warmth. Laser for precision. Names, logos, messages, QR codes.
Coating
Water-resistant, food-safe urethane. Preserves the grain, protects from stains.
Lid
Available for Sanjaku and Ichigo. Turns your masu into a keepsake box.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size masu should I use for sake?+
The Ichigo (180 ml) is the standard. It holds exactly one "go" — the traditional Japanese serving of sake.
What is the most popular size?+
The Ichigo (180 ml) — it works for everything. Sake, gifts, daily use.
Can I use a masu for hot drinks?+
Masu are best for cold or room-temperature sake. For hot drinks, let the liquid cool slightly first, or choose a coated masu for added durability.
What wood is masu made from?+
Japanese hinoki cypress — prized for its grain, natural antibacterial properties, and elegant fragrance. Used in shrines and temples for over 1,300 years.
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