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Japanese Kyusu - Engraved Banko-yaki Obi-ami 360 Strainer Teapot - 325ml

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This Banko-yaki kyusu (teapot) features a finely tooled tochiri scale-patterned exterior with floral motifs.

This teapot comes with an obi-ami 360 degree filter made of fine stainless steel mesh that wraps around the entire inside of the pot.

Banko-yaki (萬古焼) is a type of Japanese pottery that traditionally comes from Yokkaichi in Mie Prefecture, Japan. Its characteristic purple hue comes from the mixture of red oxidised iron and blue high temperature-baked iron in the clay.

Dimensions:

17.6cm (6.9in) - width (including handle)
7.2cm (2.8in) - height
325ml - capacity

Condition: Very good (has tea stains, please see photos)

This vintage item ships from Thailand

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