Shirokiya 16oz Pint Glass
16oz
$19.99
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Raise a glass to a remarkable retail journey that began in 1662, when Hikotaro Omura opened Shirokiya Gofukuten in Nihonbashi, Edo. The shop grew into a department-store name, survived a major earthquake and fire, and later found a new chapter in Honolulu. This pint glass brings that far-reaching history to everyday gatherings, from a quiet evening at home to a toast with friends. It is a thoughtful choice for collectors drawn to Japanese retail heritage and Shirokiya’s enduring place in Hawaii’s story.
Shirokiya began in August 1662, when Hikotaro Omura opened a dry goods store in Nihonbashi, Edo, now Tokyo, under the name Shirokiya Gofukuten. In 1886 it expanded into clothing and other goods, and in 1903 opened a western-style department store. An earthquake destroyed its original store in 1923; a major fire destroyed its larger building in 1932. After wartime damage and a difficult postwar period, Shirokiya joined the Tokyu Group in 1958. Its Japanese brand was phased out, with the Nihonbashi store renamed in 1967, while overseas branches continued under the Shirokiya name. The first opened at Honolulu's Ala Moana Center in 1959; branches followed in Maui in 1973 and Pearlridge in 1981. Tokyu sold the remaining Hawaiian business to seven senior executives in 2001, and Shirokiya Holdings reopened the store in 2002. The Ala Moana department store closed in March 2016, and Shirokiya Japan Village Walk opened there that June. The food hall closed in March 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. Shirokiya's former retail presence thus spans a Japanese department-store history and a later Honolulu chapter; its last location closed in 2020.
Raise a glass to a remarkable retail journey that began in 1662, when Hikotaro Omura opened Shirokiya Gofukuten in Nihonbashi, Edo. The shop grew into a department-store name, survived a major earthquake and fire, and later found a new chapter in Honolulu. This pint glass brings that far-reaching history to everyday gatherings, from a quiet evening at home to a toast with friends. It is a thoughtful choice for collectors drawn to Japanese retail heritage and Shirokiya’s enduring place in Hawaii’s story.
Shirokiya began in August 1662, when Hikotaro Omura opened a dry goods store in Nihonbashi, Edo, now Tokyo, under the name Shirokiya Gofukuten. In 1886 it expanded into clothing and other goods, and in 1903 opened a western-style department store. An earthquake destroyed its original store in 1923; a major fire destroyed its larger building in 1932. After wartime damage and a difficult postwar period, Shirokiya joined the Tokyu Group in 1958. Its Japanese brand was phased out, with the Nihonbashi store renamed in 1967, while overseas branches continued under the Shirokiya name. The first opened at Honolulu's Ala Moana Center in 1959; branches followed in Maui in 1973 and Pearlridge in 1981. Tokyu sold the remaining Hawaiian business to seven senior executives in 2001, and Shirokiya Holdings reopened the store in 2002. The Ala Moana department store closed in March 2016, and Shirokiya Japan Village Walk opened there that June. The food hall closed in March 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. Shirokiya's former retail presence thus spans a Japanese department-store history and a later Honolulu chapter; its last location closed in 2020.
A sturdy 16oz pint glass that brings a little roadhouse spirit to everyday pours. The clear tempered glass showcases whatever you fill it with — amber beer, cold brew, or fresh juice — while a bold vintage-inspired script wraps the side for a subtle, nostalgic touch. It feels solid in the hand, resists everyday wear, and pairs easily with bar carts, kitchen counters, or a laid-back backyard table. Wash gently by hand to keep the lettering sharp and the glass crystal-clear. Built from tempered materials and assembled in the USA, this glass fits into evenings spent swapping stories, weekend morning routines, or those slow, quiet moments when a simple drink matters.
Product features
- 16 oz (0.473 L) capacity
- Tempered, durable glass construction
- BPA-free material
- Hand wash only to preserve finish
- Assembled in the USA from globally sourced parts
Care instructions
- Hand wash only
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Product information: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Care instructions: Hand wash only