"Kyusu Midorierimaki, Japanese teapot with side handle"
Tokoname: The Ceramic Center in Aichi Prefecture
The history of the typical Japanese teapot with a side handle is deeply intertwined with the city of Tokoname. Dating back to the Heian period (794-1192), Tokoname has stood as a significant hub for pottery manufacturing in Japan and is counted among the six ancient kiln cities. The Tokoname Pottery Trail, a globally renowned tourist attraction, vividly illustrates the city's historical evolution up to the present day. This prominence is attributed to the city's proximity to the finest clay deposits in the nation. While ceramic water pipes, clay containers, and figurines are crafted here, the city is especially celebrated for its clay pots (Kyusu) — ideal for brewing Japanese green tea.
Tokoname Clay Green Tea Pots
Connoisseurs of fine Japanese green tea recognize the pivotal role of the Japanese clay teapot: to accentuate and uplift the flavor of green tea. Indeed, the nuanced profiles of premium green teas are more pronounced when brewed in these traditional side-handle clay teapots. The distinct mineral composition of the clay and the specific firing technique contribute to this enhanced flavor profile. For an unparalleled tea experience, three factors are crucial: the choice of tea, the quality of water, and the teapot. Our Tokoname teapots undergo firing in a highly oxygenated environment at temperatures exceeding 1100 degrees Celsius. This process accentuates the body of the tea and minimizes the aftertaste, effectively absorbing any bitter substances. For this reason, those keen on savoring the intricate flavors of tea often prefer the Kyusu from Tokoname.
Ukou Side Handle Teapots: A Blend of Taste, Function, and Tradition
Our Ukou Tokoname teapots feature an integrated stainless steel strainer that runs the length of the pot's curve, known as the obi tea strainer. This design not only bolsters flavor development by allowing hot water to interact freely with the tea but also ensures a hassle-free pouring experience, reducing potential blockages from tea leaves. The abundant iron oxide in the clay tempers the astringency of the tannins, ensuring that the tea's subtle flavors shine through.
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Since 1972, Japanese teapots and tea sets have been handcrafted at Ukou in Tokoname. The intricate manufacturing process begins with the assembly of raw materials, including wood ash and limonite, an iron compound. After mixing these materials, the teapots are cast into molds, assembled by hand, and fine patterns are incorporated before being fired in the kiln. Along the way, they are coated with an ash glaze and fired again. These processes give the teapot its distinctive appearance, which is why it is also called an "ash glaze teapot" in Japan. Finally, teapots are hand-painted with patterns.
This is how unique pieces are created from Tokoname clay, which is known for its positive effect on enhancing the development of the tea's delicate flavors.
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Ukou Tokoname,
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Handa,
Aichi
Japan,
https:// http://www.ukou.jp
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