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  • SKU:GMY-SHOT-TGWHRS-1P5OZ Size:1.5oz
  • SKU:GMY-SHOT-TGWHRS-1P5OZ Size:1.5oz
  • SKU:GMY-SHOT-TGWHRS-1P5OZ Size:1.5oz
  • SKU:GMY-SHOT-TGWHRS-1P5OZ Size:1.5oz
  • SKU:GMY-SHOT-TGWHRS-1P5OZ Size:1.5oz
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Utagawa Hiroshige - “Nihon Embankment at Yoshiwara,” from the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho - 1857 - Shot Glass, 1.5oz

Utagawa Hiroshige - “Nihon Embankment at Yoshiwara,” from the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho - 1857 - Shot Glass, 1.5oz

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Utagawa Hiroshige - “Nihon Embankment at Yoshiwara,” from the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho - 1857 - Shot Glass, 1.5oz

Hiroshige's 1857 print takes the long, raised road of the Nihon Embankment and sets its travellers against a quiet, atmospheric evening sky.

Visual Elements & Composition

The print is a tall vertical rectangle, and the eye moves up it from the embankment to the sky. Muted pale aqua, slate grey, dark green, tan and navy dominate, with the wooden fence along the levee running the length of the scene. Small figures give it scale: pedestrians walk the bank, and palanquin bearers carry a passenger through the crowd. A crescent moon hangs above a flock of geese flying in a V formation. Two cartouches frame the image. The red vertical title panel carries the characters 名所江戸百景, and the pale label beside it reads よしわら and 日本堤, naming the place and the road.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Nihon Embankment, or Nihon-zutsumi, was the raised approach to Yoshiwara, the licensed pleasure quarter of Edo. Hiroshige's title places the scene inside that world while the composition keeps it calm, with its travellers, fence and moonlit birds. The series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo was made in the last years of Hiroshige's career, and it documents the city's landmarks, seasons and everyday life. This print is a record of a specific corner of 19th-century Edo, rendered in the classic woodblock style of the late Edo period.

Why It Suits a Shot Glass

A shot glass is small and held close, so the print is seen at the same intimate distance as a page in a book. Its tall vertical format fits the narrow body of the glass, and the moon and geese sit where the eye naturally lands as the glass is lifted. It is a gift for someone who appreciates Japanese art and the stories woven into it, and it turns a simple drink into a moment of looking at history.

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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.