This small Banko-yaki kyusu (teapot) is made from unglazed purple clay and engraved with floral designs. Its built-in ceramic debeso filter is perfect for naturally straining tea.
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:
12.9cm (5.1in) - width (including handle)
7.2cm (2.8in) - height
200ml - capacity
Condition: Very good
This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand.
