• Tokoname ware, made by Yamada Tozan, the third generation, bookred clayTea jar A 110ml. A reddish-brown teapot with a top-shaped body and a ring-shaped handle, placed on a wooden stand.
  • A work by the third-generation Yamada Tozan clayTea pot A. Viewed with the handle on the left and the spout on the right, the body has a shape with the center part protruding
  • Made by Tozan Yamada III red clayTea pot A. Reddish-brown body, short spout, and ring-shaped handle seen from the front.
  • Made by Tozan Yamada III red clayTea pot A. The round lid and knob seen diagonally from above, and the small air hole in the lid
  • Made by Tozan Yamada III red clay Tea pot A. Round body and lid seen from directly above, spout and handle extending from side to side
  • Made by Tozan Yamada III red clay Tea pot A. Opening and interior viewed from directly above with lid removed, lid set aside
  • The interior of tea pot A by Tozan Yamada III. Multiple small tea strainer holes at the base of the spoutred clayInside of teapot A. Multiple small tea strainer holes at the base of the spout
  • Made by Tozan Yamada III red clay Tea pot A. The main body and lid lined up upside down, and the inscription engraved on the bottom.
  • Made by Tozan Yamada III red clayTea pot A. Outline of the lid and body, tip of the spout, viewed diagonally from above on the spout side
  • Made by Tozan Yamada III red clayTea pot A. Overall shape as seen with the handle in front and the spout in the back
  • Made by Tozan Yamada III red clayTea pot A. The joint between the ring-shaped handle and the body, seen from diagonally above the handle side.
  • holding red clay teapot A by its handle, placing fingers on the edge of the lid, and tilting it.
  • holding red clay teapot A by its handle, placing fingers on the edge of the lid, and tilting it.
  • holding red clay teapot A by its handle, placing fingers on the edge of the lid, and tilting it.
  • Holding red clay teapot A in hand, showing the bottom. The inscription engraved in the center of the flat bottom.
  • Ocher-coloredred clay Original soil held in hand over a large jar of water
  • the potter at the potter's wheel shapes the parts of a teapot by hand.
  • A wooden base on a potter's wheel, a pointed stick used for shaping a teapot, and a wooden tool with a round protrusion
  • atelier with Several teapots of different shapes and colors arranged on a wooden board
  • Tea pot making tools, a wooden stand, and a small drawer were stored atelier wooden shelf
  • Making teapots with sunlight shining through the windowateliermaking teapots with sunlight shining through the window. A room with a potter's wheel, a workbench, a teapot in progress, and a shelf for tools.
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Tokoname ware Yamada Tozan the 3rd Red clay Teapot A 110ml

Tokoname ware Yamada Tozan the 3rd Red clay Teapot A 110ml

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This red clay teapot is crafted by the third-generation Yamada Tōzan. It is distinguished by a shape reminiscent of a toy spinning top. Its broad, horizontal form makes it an excellent choice for brewing teas with deep, complex flavor profiles, such as Wuyi rock tea or Pu-erh tea.


(Biography of the Third-Generation Yamada Tōzan)

1946: Born in Handa City, Aichi Prefecture.

1973: While working in the field of architecture, he began learning the art of the potter’s wheel and the use of glazes from the second-generation Tōzan.

2000: Succeeded to the name "Tōzan."

Holds professional qualifications as a First-Class Architect and a Professional Engineer (Construction Division).


The first-generation Yamada Tōzan was the younger brother of the first-generation Yamada Jōzan and a prominent potter from Tokoname. The Yamada family were originally farmers; in the early Meiji era (late 19th century), the elder brother, Jōzan, became a potter and learned the techniques for crafting red clay teapots—a method introduced to Tokoname in 1878 (Meiji 11) by Jin Shiheng, a craftsman from Yixing, China. His younger brother, Tōzan—who was significantly his junior—began by assisting with the production of these teapots before eventually establishing his own independent practice. The first-generation Tōzan created a variety of items, including teapots, tea bowls, and charcoal braziers.


The third-generation Yamada Tōzan carries on the traditional techniques for crafting red clay teapots designed for Chinese tea. He continues to use the same wooden tools—such as shaping sticks, pedestals, and boxes—that were employed by his predecessors. Observing his process, one is struck by how few tools are actually required; as he explains, since most of the work is performed by the potter’s own hands, few additional implements are needed—the hands themselves are the finest tools of all.


This teapot is crafted using red clay sourced from the Chita Peninsula. In its natural state, this clay is a pale, yellowish-brown. The potter personally processes the clay by soaking it in water to achieve the proper consistency. No pigments are added; instead, the iron content naturally present in the clay reacts during the firing process, resulting in a smooth, reddish-brown teapot.


This natural red clay is known as original red clay. Because preparing this clay is a labor-intensive process, it is becoming increasingly rare. The iron content in the teapot interacts with tannins—the compounds responsible for the astringency in tea—resulting in a smoother, less astringent brew when tea is prepared in a Tokoname-ware teapot.


The teapots created by the third-generation Yamada Tōzan often follow the traditional forms of Chinese tea vessels. Even when the general shape is similar, the specific details, texture, and overall atmosphere reflect the personal taste and originality of the maker.


Teapots by the third-generation Yamada Tōzan possess a gentle atmosphere, evoking the unhurried pace of life found in mainland China. They carry an aesthetic closer to that of pre-modern Chinese red-clay teapots than to contemporary Tokoname teapots.


Potter: Third-generation Yamada Tōzan (Tokoname-yaki)

Forming Method: Wheel-thrown

Firing: Electric kiln

Dimensions: Total length 11 cm (including handle and spout); body (widest point) 7 cm; height 6 cm

Capacity: 110 ml (to the brim); 80 ml (practical capacity)

Weight: Approx. 114 g

Packaging: Paper box

Notes: As these are handmade, each piece may vary slightly. The fit between the lid and the body is excellent. Please note that covering the air hole on the lid will not stop the flow of water.


* Tokoname Ware

Tokoname-ware is a type of pottery produced in the city of Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture. During the Middle Ages, it served as Japan’s largest center for ceramic production; in addition to daily items such as plates, bowls, and basins, a wide variety of large-scale earthenware—including large jars and urns—was crafted there.


From the end of the Edo period (around 1858), the region began producing red clay tea sets and sake vessels. By the mid-Showa period (1962), specialized electric kiln technology for red clay ware had been established. Tokoname’s red clay teapots are fired at approximately 1,100°C. The red clay used in Tokoname is particularly well-suited for electric kilns, which operate at slightly lower temperatures than the traditional wood-fired kilns that reach 1,200–1,300°C.


Millions of years ago, the Tokoname region lay at the bottom of an ancient body of water known as Lake Tokai. This geological history left behind a fine-grained clay—ideal for crafting teapots. Tokoname is home to a concentration of the specialized skills required for teapot production, including advanced forming techniques and a precise method known as lapping/grinding, which ensures that a teapot’s lid fits perfectly against its body with no gaps. Tokoname remains Japan’s largest production center for teapots.

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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.