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Kyusu ‘Kurokusube’ Medium – Nankei Ceramics
$82
35 people have purchased this product
This ‘Kurokusube’ Kyusu teapot is a signature design of Yokkaichi based ceramic studio Nankei.
It is made from 100% clay (apart from the mesh strainer) which is high in iron content. Iron is considered to enhance and mellow the flavour of Japanese Green Tea.
The teapot is made of 4 parts which are crafted separately by specialist artisans. They come together to produce a perfectly balanced teapot made with exacting skill.
There is a choice of two filter types. Firstly, there is the traditional ceramic filter.
Alternatively, the screen mesh filter in the base of the teapot is a unique design ideal for Japanese green tea, as the leaves are often small. Additionally, as it’s raised slightly from the base, it stops tea from over-infusing and prevents extra cups, and/or steeps from becoming bitter.
The modern, yet classic design of this Kyusu makes it suitable for any interior or taste.
Capacity: 270ml (good for 1-2 cups of tea)
Size (Approx): Width (inc. handle) 165mm / Height 97mm / Diameter 85mm
| Filter Type | Screen Mesh Filter, Ceramic Filter |
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Rick –
Perfectly sized for a cup of fine green tea for two (or one thirsty person). Light, fine, artfully made and pours beautifully. Yuko was in touch to confirm preferred shipping within minutes of purchase, and within four days my order was with me from Kyoto to the UK. Fantastic seller, I’d definitely buy from Yuko again.
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Nate Gallagher –
It leaks from the lid when pouring, which isn’t great. I miscalculated the size, not taking into account the volume tea leaves take up (oolongs) but that’s my fault – not the product itself. Conceptually, the mesh filter is a great idea and for the most part is a great feature of this pot. The only issue is that when pouring, you have to tilt the pot back and forth a few times to get all of the liquid out. It would have helped to have the mesh filter tilted upwards toward the water output to help with this issue, but I could see that clashing with the general design philosophy of Sankai Ceramics. A very minor form over function gripe.
The low placement of the water output hole inside the pot is possibly why it leaks from the lid when pouring, or it could be that the lid wobbles ever so slightly.
Other than the pour experience, it’s truly beautiful and the craftsman/woman-ship is lovely. It has a lovely tactile quality that brings me joy to use. I’m excited to see how this develops it’s unique patina.
Ursula Hofbauer –
I ordered 2 Haku Sumikannyu cups and a Kyusu ‘Kurokusube’ Medium, both from Nankei Ceramics. It is all beautyful caramic and I am very happy with it! Also shipping and delivery was fast and without any problems or delay. Even the wrapping paper was beautiful. I will sure order more items in the future!
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Paul-henri –
A very nice Personn to speak and deal with, Then the Kyusu is awesome ! Im very happy, Thank you.
Zoe LeDonne –
This item is beautifully made and exactly what I expected. Packaging was extremely well done, and the item arrived safely. Thank you so much!
jennifermaclachlan1 –
Absolutely Beautiful! I Love it! THANKYOU!