This Banko-yaki kyusu (teapot) features flower and long grass engravings over its body and lid. Its debeso style ceramic strainer won't impart a metallic taste to your 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:
14.6cm (5.7in) - width (including handle)
8.3cm (3.3in) - height
250ml - capacity
Condition: Very good (mild discoloration/ tea stains inside the pot)
This vintage item ships from Thailand
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