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Yohen teapot by Jinshu (230ml/8.1oz)

Yohen teapot by Jinshu (230ml/8.1oz)[100802]

Our Selling Price: 17,700Yen (tax excl.)
Quantity：
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Conglomerate of fine details

This Tokoname teapot is carefully created with the details of elaborate craftsmanship. This simple appealing figure consists of unique details: the end of the handle; the constricted curve on the upper body; tubular spout; and so on. It has an alluring yohen hue naturally created by the clay and fire, which you can find in many colors. The indescribable hue perfects the hallmark of Tokoname teapots.


  Yohen; the unique discoloration of ceramic wares

Discoloration of ceramic ware, yohen is unexpected colors and patterns naturally created when ceramics are baked in a kiln with composite factors like fire condition, ash, or glaze chemistry. Even the position in the kiln affects the result. Artists purposefully try to crate yohen with their experience, but they still cannot control the effects perfectly. The naturally-created design beyond craftsmen's reach is the beauty of yohen.


  Fine mesh ceramic strainer

These mounted strainers allow tea leaves to expand well by giving them space when brewing, and help to ensure maximum flavor and aroma of green tea. This strainer has a finer mesh then regular type. This is also good for those who want to enjoy fukamushi (deep-steamed) sencha but do not like metal strainers.


  Jinshu; teapot artist

Jinshu is a government-recognized traditional craftsman in Tokoname, Aichi, Japan. He has received many awards in his long career. He makes unique teapots with his creative ideas and solid craftsmanship. Jinshu creates new teapots by trial and error with many prototypes. He spares no effort in producing the innovative teapots. He tries to make teapots that fit in with an ever-changing Japanese life style.


  Tokoname ware

Tokoname wares are ceramics produced in the Chita, Handa and Tokoname areas in Aichi prefecture. Various kinds of items are produced there, such as vases, ornaments, decorative plant pots, bonsai trays, and an assortment of jars and larger pots. Recognized as one of the six ancient kilns in Japan, the origin of Tokoname ware dates back to the making of bowls, plates and urns at the end of the Heian period (794-1185). It was the largest production center of the six ancient kilns at this time. The most prized tea ceremony pieces and teapots started to be produced at the end of Edo period (1603-1867). Red clay teapots first were produced by emulating chinese wares. Teapots became the representative products of Tokoname in time. They were loved by the elite with the fashion of sencha from the end of the Edo period to the Meiji period (1868-1912). Some teapots made by master craftsmen became highly regarded with spectacular techniques. Size of the opening, shape of the spout, and mounted angle of the handle are calculated and optimally-designed for perfect use. Tokoname fine-grained clay teapots with no glaze absorb tea lye and other elements, and also brew tea well thanks to their fine-fits lid and body design. Therefore, you can truly enjoy the true flavor of tea with a Tokoname teapot.

Production regionTokoname　（Aichi Japan)
Serving230ml (8.11oz)
Dimensions63*125*h88mm (2.48*4.92*h3.46in)
Weight230g (8.11oz)
MaterialPotter's clay
NoteThis is a handmade yohen teapot. Therefore, the one you purchase is unique, and the hue and pattern are not the same as shown in the pictures. The number of pieces we can provide in a month is limited.
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