Gyokko Teapot

The wide, flat base allows high-grade tea leaves to spread out fully without being cramped. This promotes even extraction, ensuring you get the most nuanced flavor profile from delicate, premium green teas.

The sasame filter is built directly into the clay body of the teapot, providing a fine mesh that catches small leaf particles. Because it is ceramic rather than metal, it does not impart any metallic taste to your tea, preserving the purity of the brew.

Yes, because of the teapot's wide, flat design, it is best to pour slowly and steadily. A gentle pour prevents the tea from splashing or leaking from the lid, allowing for a controlled and graceful serving experience.

Rinse the teapot with warm water after each use and allow it to air dry thoroughly with the lid off. Avoid using soap or detergents, as the porous nature of the unglazed Yakishime clay can absorb these scents and affect the flavor of future brews.

Yakishime is an unglazed firing technique that leaves the clay porous. Over time, the clay may absorb subtle oils from the tea, which can help mellow the astringency of green teas and enhance the overall brewing experience.