Handmade Tokoname Kyusu Teapot by Gyokuryû - 310ml

Kyusu teapot by Tokoname artist : Gyokuryû 玉龍

Handcrafted by master artisan Umehara Jiro, descendant of the first Gyokko, who now creates pottery under the name Gyokuryû Umehara.

Discover a Unique Pattern

The Benishibori (紅絞り) technique is inspired by traditional Japanese shibori textiles. In shibori, fabric is twisted, folded, or bound before dyeing, producing flowing, organic lines and natural striations. The teapot’s decoration recreates these irregular, soft, wave-like patterns directly on the clay, giving each piece a sense of movement and depth.

Because the patterns emerge naturally during the crafting process, no two teapots are ever the same. Each teapot is a one-of-a-kind work of art, entirely unique.

The tea strainer is made of ceramic and has a fine grain, the technique is called "Sasame".

What is Tokoname ware?

Made in the city of Tokoname in Aichi Prefecture, also called one of the "Six Ancient Kilns" of Japan. Tokoname is among these six pottery producing towns and is considered the largest producing area among them.

※Do not put in microwave or dishwasher.