Kyusu #61, Gyokko (105ml) Tokoname-yaki
A miniature Tokoname kyusu from the Gyokkon studio, which is run by the Umehara pottery family. The teapot is crafted from Tokoname’s characteristic reddish clay, which turns black during a reduction firing process. It features a tall profile, with the exterior decorated by vertical grooves created using a comb-like tool. In addition to the textured pattern, the teapot displays exquisite kiln effects; the surface takes on a metallic appearance in places, while reddish hues emerge in others. It is equipped with an excellent, wide, fine-mesh strainer, making it perfect for brewing even finely cut teas. This is a superb addition to the collection of any Japanese tea enthusiast! We deliver the kyusu in a decorative cardboard box.
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Basic Information
Ceramicist: Gyokko (玉光)
Teapot capacity: 105 ml
Ceramicist's certificate: Small information slip inside the teapot
Strainer type: Wide, flat filter made of clay
Ceramic type: Tokoname-yaki (常滑焼)
Teepolku's Comments
A miniature Tokoname kyusu from the Gyokko studio. The Gyokko studio is run by the Umehara pottery family. The kyusu is crafted from Tokoname’s reddish clay, which turns black during the reduction firing process. The teapot features a tall profile, and its exterior is decorated with vertical grooves created using a comb-like tool. In addition to the patterning, the kyusu displays exquisite kiln effects; the surface takes on a metallic appearance in places, while reddish hues emerge in others. It features an excellent, wide, fine-mesh clay strainer, making it perfect for brewing even finely broken tea leaves. This is a superb addition to the collection of any Japanese tea enthusiast! We deliver the kyusu in a decorative cardboard box.