About this design
Kokudou 535China
Kokudou 535China (China) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz
A red route marker with a white inner border and the numerals G535 at its centre, this design reproduces a road sign from Japan's national highway network.
Visual Elements & Composition
Red covers most of the surface, with white forming a thin inner border that follows the edge of a rounded rectangle. The layout is flat and symmetrical, with no decoration beyond the sign itself. The letters and numerals G535 sit in the centre, bold and unmistakable, so the number is the first thing the eye reads. The double border gives the shape a framed, engineered look, as if the sign were cut from a template.
Meaning & Symbolism
The G prefix and three-digit number are the language of Japan's national route system, where the designation marks a numbered highway rather than a local road. Kokudou means national road, so the title names the sign's purpose outright. The China element in the title anchors the design to its region. The sign was built to be read quickly from a moving vehicle, with clarity placed above style, and that priority carries straight through into this artwork.
On the Shot Glass
A shot glass is small and held close, usually raised to eye level for a moment before it is drunk. The sign's bold red field and single numeral read clearly at that scale, much as a route marker reads from across a junction. Turned in the hand, G535 faces the drinker directly, and the white border frames the number on every side. It is a neat match: an object meant to be seen at a glance, lifted a short distance, and set down again.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Bar service: quick, consistent pours — less wobble when carrying a tray of shots.
- Tastings: uniform size is handy for sampling flights or spirit tastings.
- 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.