This sleek Tokoname yunomi (teacup) is made from a dark clay and has a classic tulip shape with a subtly everted lip. The cup has two levels of decoration, a brown splattering partially covered in a draping of a blue-green ash glaze.
This cup is a perfect middle size for sencha or other teas. Cups of these size and shape are also called kumidashi (汲出) or senchawan (煎茶碗).
Specifications
Made in Japan. Ships from the United States
Width: 8.6 cm (3.4 in)
Height: 6 cm (2.4 in)
Capacity: 140 ml
Condition: New
Due to the nature of handmade ceramics, slight variations may occur in color, texture, size, and design
Tokoname-yaki Ceramics
Tokoname-yaki (常滑焼) is a type of Japanese pottery that traditionally comes from Tokoname in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The site of one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns, pottery has been made in Tokoname since the 12th century.
Today, Tokoname ware is known for its iconic brick-red clay called shudei. Famously used in teaware and bonsai pots, this clay’s vibrant colour comes from its rich iron content. Tea steeped in unglazed Tokoname teapots is said to have a mellower taste.
Meet Sawada Tomohiro (澤田朋大)About the Artist
This teaware was handmade by Sawada Tomohiro (澤田朋大)
