Hokuryū Kiln Tokoname-yaki Teapot and Teacup

The built-in ceramic sasame filter is precision-crafted directly into the clay body of the teapot. Unlike metal mesh, it won't rust or impart a metallic taste to your tea, and its fine perforations are specifically designed to handle the smaller, delicate leaves of high-end Japanese green teas like sencha or gyokuro.

No, this set is not dishwasher or microwave safe. The traditional Tokoname-yaki clay and delicate porcelain should be hand-washed with warm water and dried thoroughly to maintain their integrity and appearance over time.

The porcelain cups are specifically chosen to showcase the color of your tea. While the clay teapot is designed to enhance the flavor profile of the brew, the white interior of the porcelain cups allows you to clearly appreciate the vibrant, clear hues of your sencha or gyokuro.

The teapot has a capacity of 300ml, which is ideal for brewing a concentrated, high-quality tea to be shared among 3 to 5 people. Since the set includes five 60ml teacups, it is perfectly sized for intimate tea service.

Shudashi is a decorative technique where the artisan carefully scrapes away the surface of the black reduction-fired clay to reveal the natural, vibrant vermillion clay underneath. This creates the distinct circular patterns seen on the teapot, highlighting the craftsmanship of the Hokuryū Kiln.