Tokoname ware Teapot boxed in wood, Shoryu Tenmoku made in Japan
Detail
Capacity : Teapot 250ml/cc (Full water capacity.)
Place of production: Japan
Dete of manufactyre : Tkoname City , Aichi , Japan
Year of manufactyre :
Material / Ingredients : Pottery
Please note :
Safe and secure : Passed lead and cadmium testing.
Since each piece is handmade, the color, size, and weight will vary.
There may be uneven coloring, glaze drips, pinholes, etc., but this will not affect the use of the product.
Product Description
■Product Description
The gradation of gold and red is as beautiful as jewelry and has the presence of a work of art.
The iron in the Tokoname clay reacts with the tannin in the tea,
The iron in the Tokoname clay reacts with the tannin in the tea, removing the bitterness of the tea and giving it a mellow flavor.
The ceramic tea strainer “Ceramesh” is made with traditional techniques,
The tea leaves' original rich flavor can be enjoyed.
Designed to be enjoyed both for decoration and use, it combines practicality and beauty.
We hope you will enjoy the rich flavor of Japanese tea with the Shoryu kyusu.
■Shoryu
Shoryugama was founded by Shoji Umehara, a traditional craftsman of Tokoname ware, and produces innovative kyusu while preserving the tradition of Tokoname ware.
Tenmoku,” which is synonymous with Shoryugama, was created through a special process based on original research (inspected by the Food Sanitation Law).
Characteristics of Tenmoku
Surface pattern: Unique, one-of-a-kind, and truly ONLY ONE product in the world.
Color: Luxurious luster and translucent transparency
Texture: Unique texture that feels moist and warm
Shoryugama is not only visually appealing, but also functional.
The kyusu, made from the excellent potter's wheel technology and uniquely developed raw materials, is said to be the lightest of all Tokoname-yaki kyusu.
They have twice won awards at the World Ceramic Teapot Contest held in Yixing, China, and their technique and beauty are highly regarded worldwide.
■Master Craftsmen's Works
Tokoname kyusu is a beautiful craft with a depth of technique,
Tokoname has produced craftsmen with excellent skills.
Each of these craftsmen has his or her own unique characteristics,
The government honored them for their achievements.
In 1973, the government established the “Traditional Craftsmen” to honor their achievements and to protect the traditional cultural heritage,
In addition, the Japan Association of Traditional Artisans was established to manage and certify traditional artisans,
The Japan Traditional Craftsmen's Association was established and exercises the authority to manage and certify traditional craftsmen,
There are 36 registered traditional craftsmen of Tokoname ware.
They are still exploring the path of ceramics and seeking further progress.
■Tokoname: One of Japan's Six Old Kilns, a city of pottery steeped in history.
Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, is located on the west coast of the Chita Peninsula facing Ise Bay.
Tokoname City is the gateway to the Chubu International Airport (Centrair), is located on the west coast of the Chita Peninsula, facing Ise Bay.
Tokoname City is known throughout Japan as a pottery town with a thousand-year history,
Tokoname ware, with a history of 1,000 years, is one of the six oldest kilns in Japan.
Description
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