Bizenware Hidasuki teapot A
Bizenware Hidasuki teapot A
This is a Bizen ware Hidasuki teapot made by Bizen ware artist Takahiro Hosokawa.
It is characterized by the texture of Bizen clay and the vibrant colors created by Hidasuki. Hidasuki is a traditional Bizen ware technique in which straw is wrapped around a vessel and when fired, it becomes a reddish-brown pattern.
Potter: Takahiro Hosokawa (Bizen ware)
https://www.instagram.com/hosokawa___takahiro/
Firing: Wood-fired kiln
Size: Total length 11cm (including handle and spout), body diameter 7cm, height 8cm
Capacity: 130ml
Weight: Approx. 150g
Package: Paper box
Note: Because it is handmade, each piece will vary slightly.
When pouring hot water, a small amount of hot water leaks between the lid and the body. Even if you cover the hole at the top of the lid, the hot water will not stop flowing. If you are concerned about the quality, we recommend that you check at the actual store before purchasing. You can see how to pour water in the YouTube video below.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/5qPun6vLuQA
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Bizen ware is a pottery made in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. Bizen ware is fired at a high temperature of 1,200 to 1,300 degrees Celsius and is strong, so many pots and jars were made from it. Bizen ware is loved by tea ceremony masters for its unique earthy texture, and from the Muromachi period (1338 AD onward) onwards, many ceramics for tea ceremonies began to be made.
Each potter mixes or uses different types of clay, and many of their works are characterized by the texture of the clay. It is shaped by hand or on a potter's wheel and fired in a wood-fired kiln.on a handy or potter's wheel and is fired in a firewood kiln.
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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.