Japanese Kyusu - Sheep Drum Decorated Tokoname-yaki Mesh Teapot - 260ml
This Tokoname-yaki kyusu (teapot) features red shudei clay engraved with a decorative drum motif, and a sheep-ram-shaped lid handle. Its mesh strainer is perfect for brewing even the most deeply-steamed fukamushi senchas.
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.
Dimensions:
16.5cm (6.5in) - width (including handle)
8.2cm (3.2in) - height
260ml - capacity
Condition: Very good
This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand
Description
This Tokoname-yaki kyusu (teapot) features red shudei clay engraved with a decorative drum motif, and a sheep-ram-shaped lid handle. Its mesh strainer is perfect for brewing even the most deeply-steamed fukamushi senchas.
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.
Dimensions:
16.5cm (6.5in) - width (including handle)
8.2cm (3.2in) - height
260ml - capacity
Condition: Very good
This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand
