Rattan teapot with string Yakijime

Rattan string teapot. Even left-handed people can use this shape. Regardless of Japanese or Western style, it fits perfectly into the current dining table.

The main body of the teapot is made using a method called yakishime, in which the teapot is fired without the use of glaze. It does not have the smooth texture of glaze, but has the hardness of porcelain and the fine texture of clay. When struck, it produces a metallic sound, similar to porcelain. The soil is slightly reddish, and the surface is uneven.

By using it, the luster and depth of color will increase. It's fun to have a deep flavor even with tea stains. You can use it as you grow.

This teapot is Originally started by Totsuchiya, it is now produced by Nankei Pottery, a kiln that mainly makes teapots. Banko-yaki from Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture, is popular for making teapots that are lightly and hard baked using unique highly viscous clay.

Banko-yaki belongs to "Stoneware" when it is classified finely among pottery because of its material and manufacturing method. Please think between pottery and porcelain. Fired at a high temperature of 1200 to 1300 degrees, it becomes hard like porcelain and loses water absorption and porosity. On the other hand, the difference from pottery is that it does not absorb water.

Because it does not absorb water, it does not easily retain the scent of tea leaves, so you can use it even if you change the tea leaves. Nice place for everyday use. In addition, since the iron-rich soil is not glazed, The fine unevenness on the surface moderates the astringency of the tea, making it mellow and delicious.

The tea strainer is called a joint tea strainer and is made of the same ceramic material as the main teapot, with fine holes. Each hole is hand-drilled by a craftsman. A stainless steel tea strainer may feel metallic, but with a shared tea strainer, you can enjoy the taste of the tea leaves themselves. The hemispherical shape has fine holes, so tea leaves do not get clogged and can be poured smoothly.

Carefully and finely made, such as where the strings are hung. The string is "rattan" There are two types of "brass", and the main body and strings can be removed.

In the final process after taking out the kiln, the lid and the main body are removed one by one, and the two are firmly "rubbed" using powder. The main body and the lid are made so that the lid fits snugly.

The tip of the spout is designed to reduce dripping.

【material】
Body: soil
Strings: Rattan

【size】
Maximum width 14.0 cm x diameter 9.4 cm x height 20.8 cm

【capacity】
400cc
Large hot water only: about 3 to 4 cups
Small hot water only: about 5 to 6 cups

[exterior]
Exclusive boxed

[Handling and care]
・Do not put it on an open flame.
・When washing in a dishwasher, it may be damaged depending on the usage conditions. We recommend hand washing separately.
・Rinse the tea waste quickly with water or hot water, drain well and dry. It is more hygienic to dry it in the sun from time to time.
・Please be careful not to apply force directly to the thin part where the string is hung.

[Notice]
At the time of delivery, the main body and the handle are separate, and it is a specification that the customer attaches. It's hard to put on, but please raise the left and right clasps to the top and adjust the bend of the strings as you put them on.

*Frequently Asked Questions/Supplementary Comments*

・If the string type is " There are two types: rattan and brass.

・How to pour: If you tilt it suddenly, hot water may spill out from around the lid. Start pouring at a gentle angle and tilt slowly.

・When washing, some people leave the strings on, and some people take them off. It's a little hard to remove the strings, but the material is flexible and strong. Remove the strings so that they are not stressed in one place.

・We also accept the sale of strings only due to damage or replacement of strings. There is no product page available, but please feel free to contact us .

・You can see different colors, shapes, and related products of the same series from the # list below the "Add to Cart" button.