GYOKUKOU KYUSU
Handcrafted Japanese Kyusu teapot with a flat, wide base suited for Gyokuro-type teas or premium teas requiring prolonged steeping. The flattened base allows the leaves to unfurl better and steep evenly.
Masters' Series
Tamamitsu (玉光) refers to the famous lineage of master artisans and the Gyokko Toen brand based in Tokoname, Japan, one of the country's six ancient pottery towns. Managed by the Umehara family, this pottery is world-renowned for its exceptional handmade clay teapots, known as kyusu. Key information about Tamamitsu pottery: The artisans: The Umehara family, notably the late Harutaka Umehara (a certified traditional craftsman) and his son Hirotaka Umehara, craft these pieces. Clay and characteristics: Tamamitsu teapots are generally unglazed and made from iron-rich clays. The reaction between the iron and the tea tannins softens astringency and enhances the flavor.
Material: Tokoname clay
Filter: Sasame
Color: beige-gray
Capacity: 160ml
Handmade in Japan.
