Takasuke Kiln Kyusu Teapot

The wide, flat profile provides ample room for tea leaves to unfurl completely during the steeping process. This ensures maximum extraction of flavor, which is particularly important for delicate loose-leaf teas like sencha.

The sasame strainer is built directly into the clay body of the teapot, featuring precision-cut slits that filter out leaves as you pour. Because it is ceramic rather than metal, it won't impart any metallic taste to your tea, ensuring a pure flavor profile.

Yes, it is designed for daily rituals. The iron-rich Shudei clay is durable and actually improves with age, developing a unique patina and absorbing subtle oils from the tea over time, which can enhance the flavor of future brews.

No, this teapot is not dishwasher or microwave safe. To preserve the integrity of the handcrafted Shudei clay, we recommend hand-washing it with warm water only and avoiding harsh detergents.

The side-handle design is intended to be held with a natural grip, typically with your right hand to pour. While it is ergonomically optimized for right-handed use, many users find they can adapt to it comfortably regardless of their dominant hand.

This teapot holds 8.11 ounces, making it an ideal size for brewing one to two cups of tea at a time. It is perfectly scaled for intimate, focused tea sessions.