This Banko-yaki kyusu (teapot) features a green ash glaze. Its mesh strainer is perfect for brewing even the most deeply-steamed fukamushi senchas.

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:

15cm (5.9in) - width (including handle)
6.7cm (2.6in) - height
200ml - capacity

Condition: Very good (small chip on the spout - please see photos)

This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand

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