{"product_id":"red-clay-tokoname-japanese-teapot-set","title":"Red Clay Tokoname Japanese Teapot Set by Ukou (12oz\/360ml)","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Tokoname Teapot Set by Ukou features a \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ekyusu \u003c\/em\u003eteapot (12oz\/360ml) and two teacups in a classic Tokoname red hue. The teapot and the teacups are made of \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ered Tokoname clay\u003c\/strong\u003e. The inside of the teacups is painted in sumi-e style white brush to appreciate the color of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe teapot is equipped with an \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eobi chakoshi\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebelt strainer\u003c\/strong\u003e): a stainless-steel net covering the inner circumference of the teapot. The tea leaves have room to spread in hot water, enhancing the original taste and aroma of the tea. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe flow is smooth and not obstructed by tea leaves when pouring.\u003c\/strong\u003e This fine mesh net is excellent for use with very fine tea leaves, such as deep-steamed tea (\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efukamushi sencha\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis teapot is suitable for any types of tea. Sencha (middle- to high-grade green tea) and kariganecha (high-grade stem tea) are especially recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhy Choose a Teapot from Tokoname\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTokoname teapots and teacups are lightweight, resistant, smooth, and particularly easy to use. Green tea enthusiasts swear by the taste that Tokoname clay imparts to the tea. It is said that the iron contained in Tokoname clay \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esoftens the astringency and adds roundness to Japanese green tea\u003c\/strong\u003e. Moreover, Tokoname teapots take on a patina over time: the tea brewed in these \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ekyusu\u003c\/em\u003e gains in quality. Each teapot is fired with its lid placed on. Consequently, the lids are \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eextremely airtight\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTokoname-yaki ware is produced in the area around the town of Tokoname, in Aichi prefecture, and is \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eone of the Six Ancient Kilns of Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e. Tokoname is the center of teapot production in Japan: nowadays, there are numerous kilns in activity, with artisans still pursuing traditional techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis teapot and teacup set is \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehandcrafted by Ukou kiln\u003c\/strong\u003e, which has been making tea ware since 1972. Their \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eobi chakoshi \u003c\/em\u003e(belt strainer) was patented in 1987. In recent years, the kiln has received several awards including the coveted Omotenashi Selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCaring For Your Kyusu Teapot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter use, the tea set should be rinsed thoroughly with hot water, which will help it to dry faster. Store the teapot in a well-ventilated area, and do not replace the lid before the inside is completely dry. Pay attention to the interior of the spout, which remains wet for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKyusu Teapot and two teacups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFree gift-wrapping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein Japanese furoshiki cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs each handmade product is unique, there may be small differences in size, color and pattern from the photographs above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeapot: ⌀ 3.9” (10cm), width 5.9” (15cm), height 3” (7.5cm), capacity 12oz (360ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeacups: ⌀ 3.5” (9cm), height 2.2” (5.5cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode : 94701BR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Japan Objects Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39828818526283,"sku":"94701BR","price":140.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2424\/2829\/products\/95701BR-Terracotta-Cups-Set.jpg?v=1761900768","url":"https:\/\/japanobjecsv.com\/products\/red-clay-tokoname-japanese-teapot-set","provider":"Japan Objects Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}