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  • Black silhouette of three stylized leaves arranged in a triangle around a small ringed center on a white background.
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Flag of Karafuto (Japan) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Flag of Karafuto (Japan) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Flag of Karafuto (Japan) Shot Glass 1.5oz

This design takes the botanical emblem of the former Karafuto Prefecture and reduces it to three white birch leaves rising from a dark central hub, a crest that carries a century of administrative history in a few bold strokes.

Visual Elements & Composition

The artwork is a flat, two-tone silhouette built almost entirely from black and white, with white taking up the larger share of the field. Three pointed leaves are arranged in a triangle around a circular central ring, and radiating stems link the leaves to that hub. The shapes are simple and symmetrical, so the eye settles quickly on the balance between the triangular leaf group and the round centre. There is no lettering; the composition relies entirely on form.

Meaning & Symbolism

The emblem belongs to Karafuto Prefecture, the territory the Empire of Japan administered on the southern half of Sakhalin island from 1905 to 1945. The formal emblem was adopted in June 1911 and stayed in official use until the territory was occupied in 1945. Its central motif is the white birch, known in Japanese as kaba, and the leaves and fruit are arranged as a visual rebus for the kanji 太 (futo), part of the name Karafuto (樺太). The design is a compact example of traditional Japanese heraldry, where a plant form stands in for a written word.

Held Close in the Hand

A shot glass is small, lifted quickly and held close to the face, so this emblem is seen at a distance of inches rather than across a room. The triangle of leaves and the ring at its centre sit neatly within the round of the glass, and the bold black-and-white contrast reads clearly through the clear glass. It is a crest meant for a quiet toast, a conversation piece on a home bar, or a souvenir from a shelf of travel keepsakes.

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Compact, heavy-based shot glasses made from clear, restaurant-grade glass. One standard size (1.5 oz / ≈44.3 ml) — sturdy, stack-friendly, and built to handle frequent service without fuss.

These shot glasses feel solid in the hand thanks to a thick, weighty base that keeps them steady on busy bar tops. The walls are even and clear, giving a nice, unobstructed view of the pour; the rim is smoothed for comfortable sipping.

They’re engineered for regular use: consistent dimensions, dependable weight, and a simple silhouette that suits both casual venues and more formal tasting counters. Designed to perform rather than show off.

  • Material: 100% clear glass for pure clarity and clean presentation.
  • Capacity: 1.5 oz (≈44.3 ml) — standard shot measure.
  • Base: heavy solid glass base that reduces tipping and improves balance.
  • Construction: restaurant-grade durability for frequent handling and washing.
  • Print-ready: suitable for single-sided print applications that withstand typical use.

Perfect for quick pours, samplers, and neat shots. Their compact footprint makes them easy to place on trays and tasting lines, while the heavier base keeps things steady during service.

  1. Bar service: quick, consistent pours — less wobble when carrying a tray of shots.
  2. Tastings: uniform size is handy for sampling flights or spirit tastings.
  3. Events: robust enough for pop-ups, festivals, and busy bartending shifts.

Storage tip: store upright and avoid tight stacking to protect rims and preserve clarity.

Dishwasher-safe for everyday cleaning — place on the top rack and use a normal household cycle. Repeated exposure to very high commercial temperatures can shorten glass life, so choose gentler programs where practical.

When you want to extend clarity and finish: hand-wash with warm water, a mild detergent, and a soft cloth; dry right away to avoid water spots. Handle by the body (not the rim) to reduce accidental chipping.

One size only: 1.5 oz (≈44.3 ml). Use the dimensions below for shelving, packaging, or tray planning.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

1.5 oz
Height (in) 2.40
Top diameter (in) 1.40

Note: dimensions are nominal; small manufacturing tolerances may apply. Allow a margin if precise stacking or packaging is required.