Hokuryū Tokoname Teapot

The sasame filter is built directly into the clay body of the teapot, providing a fine, natural mesh that strains tea leaves effectively. Because it is ceramic rather than metal, it won't impart a metallic taste to your tea, ensuring a pure flavor profile.

Tokoname-yaki clay is known for its high iron content, which is traditionally believed to react with tea tannins to mellow out bitterness. This makes it an excellent choice for brewing delicate Japanese green teas like sencha or gyokuro.

This teapot is sized for personal use or for serving two people small, concentrated cups of tea. It is ideal for traditional Japanese brewing methods where you might re-steep the same leaves multiple times.

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

The wide, low-profile shape allows tea leaves to expand fully during the steeping process, which is essential for extracting a balanced flavor. It also facilitates a faster, smoother pour that helps prevent the leaves from over-steeping in the spout.