Blue Wavy Glaze Tokoname Teapot - 260ml

Sawada Tomohiro
Regular price $148.00
Description

This exquisitely crafted nasu-gata Tokoname-yaki kyusu (teapot) is made from a dark grey clay, draped in a green-blue ash glaze that undulates across the pot's body.

Nasu-gata or eggplant shaped kyusu are great all-round teapots that work well for brewing all kinds of tea. 

Its built-in ceramic sasame filter is perfect for naturally straining tea, with a wide shape for faster pouring and less clogging.

Specifications

Made in Japan. Ships from the United States

Width: 13.5 cm (5.3 in) (including handle)
Height: 10.2 cm (4 in)
Capacity: 260 ml

Condition: New

Due to the nature of handmade ceramics, slight variations may occur in color, texture, size, and design

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.

This teaware was handmade by Sawada Tomohiro (澤田朋大)

Tomohiro in his workshop

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