Green Oribe Tokoname Yuzamashi - 280ml
Maekawa JunzōThis uniquely crafted Tokoname-yaki yuzamashi (湯冷まし - water cooler) is made from a light grey clay that is glazed externally in a copper-green Oribe glaze, recalling classic Ao-Oribe chawan. It has a wide opening, providing a large surface area for the water to cool quickly.
Yuzamashi are used to cool down boiling water to a temperature more suitable for brewing green tea. When poured into a yuzamashi, boiling water cools to roughly 90°C, which then will cool to roughly 80°C when poured into a cold teapot. To cool water further, you can either let it sit in the yuzamashi for longer, or pour it into cups and then into the teapot.
Made in Japan. Ships from the United States.
Width: 16.5 cm (6.5 in)
Height: 9 cm (3.5 in)
Capacity: 280 ml
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.
Maekawa Junzō (前川淳蔵) was born in 1976 and is one of Tokoname's younger kyusu craftsmen. With a background in engineering, Maekawa-san is known for producing functional wares and experimenting with clays and glazes. He is the fourth generation owner of Kenzan Kiln (賢山窯).
