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Tokonameware Gyokko kiln, kiln-changed vertical teapot 130ml

Tokonameware Gyokko kiln, kiln-changed vertical teapot 130ml

¥7,150 JPY
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A kiln-changed vertical round teapot from Gyokko kiln, a Tokoname ware manufacturer.


Kiln-change is a technique in which areas exposed to the flames in the kiln change color. This teapot's brown color is due to the flames hitting the lower half of the black clay teapot.


Tokoname clay contains iron, which binds with the tannins in tea. Brewing tea in a Tokoname teapot tends to reduce the tea's bitterness and create a smoother flavor.


Side handle teapots are not only suitable for green tea, but can also be used for brewing Chinese and Taiwanese teas.


About Gyokko kiln

Established in 1961, Gyokko kiln is a Tokoname ware manufacturer. All teapots made by Gyokko kiln are handmade. Each teapot consists of four parts: the lid, spout, handle, and body. At Gyokko kiln, artisans make each part on a potter's wheel.


Gyokko kiln has sophisticated wheel-throwing techniques, crafting teapots with smooth curves and beautiful shapes. These teapots, meticulously crafted down to the smallest detail, feel wonderful to the touch.


The surface scraping and the intricate fitting of the lid and body are all done by hand. The scraping process to fit the lid and body is performed three times in total: once during molding, once after the clay has dried, and once after firing. This process results in a teapot that is leak-resistant and easy to use. It allows for exceptionally smooth pouring.


Kiln: Gyokko kiln (Tokonameware)

Size: Total length 11.5cm (handle end) / 9cm (spout end), Height 8cm

Molding: Wheel-throwing

Firing: Electric kiln

Capacity: 130ml full, 100ml working capacity

Weight: Approximately 120g

Packaging: Paper box

Note: The seal between the lid and body is good. To achieve a smooth surface, the clay is scraped, so slight plane marks may remain.


*Tokonameware

Tokonameware is pottery produced in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture. During the Middle Ages, this region was Japan's largest ceramics producer, producing not only everyday items such as plates, bowls, and pots, but also large ceramic vessels such as jars and vases.


From the late Edo period (circa 1858), red clay tea and sake vessels were also produced. Since the mid-Showa period (1962), electric kiln technology for red clay has been established. Tokoname red clay teapots are fired at approximately 1100°C. Tokoname clay is better suited to electric kilns, which have a slightly lower temperature than wood-fired kilns, which reach temperatures of 1200-1300°C.


The Tokoname region, which was located at the bottom of Lake Tokai millions of years ago, has a fine-grained clay ideal for teapots. Tokoname is home to the techniques necessary for making teapots, including advanced molding techniques and the "rubbing" technique, which involves fitting the lid and body of the teapot together without any gaps. It is the largest teapot production area in Japan.

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FAQ

Which type of of tea can I brew with the teapot?

It can be used for any type of tea. However, unglazed pottery is more likely to absorb the flavor of the tea leaves. By using different tea utensils for each type of tea, you can enjoy the flavor of the tea to the fullest.

For example, in the case of Japanese tea, sencha, fukamushicha, genmaicha, and gyokuro are all in the same family, but since hojicha has a strong roasted aroma, we recommend using a different tea utensil.

However, glazed pottery or porcelain tea utensils do not absorb the flavor of the tea leaves, so they are suitable for brewing various types of tea.

How do you wash a teapot?

Please wash the teapot with water, without using detergent. Ceramic teapots easily absorb detergent ingredients, which can affect the flavor of the tea.

Tea leaves remaining in the teapot are the main cause of tea stains. After brewing tea, we recommend removing the tea leaves once they have cooled and rinsing them with water.

Moisture remaining in the teapot can cause mold. Turning the teapot upside down will help it dry faster.

We do not recommend washing it in the dishwasher. Please wash by hand.

Can I remove tea stains from a teapot?

Here's how to remove tea stains.

1. In a bowl or pot, mix 24g of baking soda with 1 liter of water at 30-40°C.

*Do not use aluminum or Teflon-coated pots as they will react with baking soda.

2. Leave the teapot in the water mentioned in step 1 for 30-60 minutes.

3. Wipe off the tea stains with a soft sponge or cotton swab. Do not use hard sponges or brushes.

4. Rinse the teapot with water.

5. Thoroughly dry the teapot.

*Baking soda water may irritate your hands, so wear rubber gloves.

Can I return the product?

We do not accept returns unless the product is damaged when the package arrives.

Each tea utensil is slightly different and may have slight distortions or scratches. Please check the images posted on our online shop in advance.

If you have any questions about the detailed condition of the product, please feel free to contact us. We can send you additional images and videos of the product.

Do you ship internationally?

We can ship to the following countries:

China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines

Are the goods antiques or second-hand goods?

All the products in the shop are new. We sell products produced by potters and kilns in Japan.