Tokoname: Small Round White Kyusu

This small white Tokoname kyusu is perfect for green teas and wakocha alike. The handcrafted, wheel thrown kyusu is unglazed, both inside and out. The rounded shape of this kyusu, allows the tea leaves to open and spread out freely, bringing out the true aroma and flavour of the tea. Its simple design in soft white colour evokes a sense of Japanese beauty and blends naturally with any dining table or tea time. There is a handmade ceramesh (fine ceramic tea strainer) inside Size: approx 9cm diameter | 14cm length at handle | 6.5cm height Capacity: approx 200ml Hand Wash Only About Tokoname: Located on the west coast of the Chita Peninsula facing Ise Bay, Tokoname City in Aichi Prefecture is known as a pottery town nationwide. Tokoname ware is counted as one of the six oldest kilns in Japan. Pottery has been made here since the 12th century.