Night Shining Cup
 | The ancient Chinese culture produced an item, highly prized and treasured:
which may be translated: "Night Light Cup" or "Night Shining Cup" (it's written in Japanese, by the way) |
These exquisite cups were carved from a white stone. So fine and reflective, they seemed to glow in the dark. Mere starlight was sufficient.
Two independent friends of mine produce eye-witness testimony: "Confirming the existence of these revered pieces in Chinese museums."
Sadly, I have never seen one. This is my interpretation of their separate and amazing stories.
Credits: The Japanese
text and explanation of the meaning was contributed by Kazuaki
Tani