White Ash Glazed Tokoname Teapot - 220ml

Maekawa Junzō
Regular price $158.00
Description

This uniquely crafted Tokoname-yaki kyusu (teapot) is made from one of Junzō's signature clay's, a rough sandy beige stoneware, which is then thrown in to a delightful rounded-trapezoidal shape with a flaring lip. The pot is coated in a flowing, translucent, white ash glaze which turns a pale blue as it pools.The teapot's 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 cm (5.1 in) (including handle) HeightL 8.5 cm (3.3 in) Capacity 220 ml

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.

Maekawa Junzō (前川淳蔵) was born in 1976 and is one of Tokoname's younger kyusu craftsmen. With a background in engineering, Maekawa-san is known for producing functional wares and experimenting with clays and glazes. He is the fourth generation owner of Kenzan Kiln (賢山窯).

Maekawa-san at his workshop

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