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技法
sagging
Japanese: サギング
Use a perforated mold or similar tool to shape the glass while it is soft enough to sag (around 730°C). / Note: Suitable for deep bowls and sake cups. Air-release grooves on the back of the mold are essential.
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Sagging is a technique in which glass is softened to the point where it sags, using tools such as perforated molds, to shape it. It is performed at around 730°C to create deep shapes such as deep bowls and sake cups.
This entry is written in Japanese by Rei Chikaoka and translated for readers outside Japan. If something reads oddly, the original is the source of truth.