Gyokko Yakishime Tokoname Teapot

The wide, flat profile is specifically engineered to improve the extraction of umami from high-grade green teas. This shape allows tea leaves to unfurl fully across the base, ensuring a more balanced and flavorful brew.

The sasame filter is integrated directly into the clay body of the teapot. It acts as a natural strainer, allowing you to pour your tea without needing an additional mesh infuser, which helps preserve the purity of the tea's flavor.

Yes, but it requires a bit of care. Because of its unique, low-profile geometry, you will need to use a gentle, deliberate pouring technique to avoid spills. It is also handmade, so it should be hand-washed only.

No, this teapot is not designed for direct heat. It is strictly for steeping and serving tea. Using it on a stovetop or in a microwave will likely damage the clay.

Tokoname-yaki refers to pottery produced in the Tokoname region of Japan, one of the country's six ancient kiln sites. This specific grey-beige clay is prized for its mineral content, which is believed to soften the water and enhance the taste of green tea.

Because each piece is handmade by master potters at the Gyokko Kiln, there will be subtle variations in color, texture, and finish. These slight differences are intentional and celebrate the organic nature of the artisanal clay.