ANA Glass

A precise set of principles generally moulds the wine glasses that we know. While everything around has evolved in design, to explore further into various iterations and possibilities, wine glass have always been a certain way. The idea behind ANA (hole) glass is derived from the thoughts of improving the experience of having a drink. Inspired by nature this collection uniquely crafts tradition with a new style. Reflecting the closed bud of the grapevine and the blooming leaves, the glass collection represents the beauty in the growth of vine that becomes wine. The holes on the wine glass add to the beauty of organic design. Minimal, elegant and one of a kind.
The softly wrapped aroma drifts through the holes and blends into the surroundings, allowing you to enjoy the wine, in a unique, new way.
The products, in 4 variations, Bourgogne, Alsace, Bordeaux and Champagne, from various regions are from a single concept but suiting the different needs and wines. The smooth design and finish of the glass ensures the ease in use.
Considering the process of making the product, it may look like a simple glass that is simply pierced, but it has only been possible with Sugahara glass. Each piece is made one by one using the technique of blowing up to the rim, bowl, stem, and plate of the glass with a single blow and opening the holes at once before the heat cools. It can only be achieved by the technique of a unique traditional craftsman. Every part of the process from design to MADE IN JAPAN is carefully finished one by one in collaboration with KOTARO HORIUCHI and Sugahara Glass.
Wine glasses strictly stick to tradition, mostly due to the complex traits of the different types of wine, but ANA glass, explores into the opportunities in the design of it, while adding elements that's truly unique to the product. It adds a new dynamic to the whole experience. Wine tasting and drinking is always more than just the taste, and ANA Glass design intends to utilize all the aspects of it.