Hokuryū Kiln Kokudei Hiramaru Kyusu

The wider shape is intentional. It provides more room for tea leaves to fully unfurl and expand during steeping, which helps minimize friction and prevents the release of excessive tannins, resulting in a sweeter, smoother cup.

It is best to dedicate this pot to one type of tea. Because the unglazed clay is porous, it absorbs the essential oils and aromas of the tea leaves over time, which can influence the flavor profile of future brews.

Simply rinse the teapot with warm water after each use and let it air dry completely with the lid off. Avoid using soap or detergents, as the porous clay will absorb those scents and affect the taste of your tea.

Yes, the built-in ceramic strainer is designed to handle standard loose-leaf teas effectively. However, if you are brewing very fine, powdery deep-steamed (fukamushi) teas, you may experience a small amount of sediment in your cup.

This teapot holds 170 ml (5.74 fl oz), which is perfectly sized for brewing one to two small, concentrated cups of high-quality tea.