Japanese Ceramic Sake Set with Floral Decoration

This is a vintage Japanese sake service set consisting of one tokkuri (carafe) and five ochoko (small cups). The set is crafted from high-fired white porcelain or ceramic with a smooth, glossy glaze. It features a hand-painted or transfer-ware floral motif, likely depicting chrysanthemums or similar blossoms, rendered in shades of cobalt blue, soft violet, and accented with yellow and pink centers. The tokkuri has a classic bulbous body with a tapered neck, while the cups have a footed base with blue concentric bands around the bottom. A significant feature is the blue calligraphic signature on the underside of one cup, indicating a maker's mark or kiln. The craftsmanship suggests a mass-produced but quality mid-to-late 20th-century aesthetic. The condition appears fair to good; there are no major chips or cracks visible on the main bodies, but there is noticeable sticker residue and some shelf wear on the footed bases. A small imperfection or minor glaze skip is visible on the rim of one stacked cup. This set is a typical example of Japanese domestic export or souvenir ware designed for traditional rice wine service.