Tokoname Kyusu with clay sieve

Tokoname Kyusu with clay strainer - Japanese tea art with a sense for the essentials

If you don't just drink tea, but celebrate it, then this kyusu from Tokoname will be more than just a pot - it will become a silent companion for your mindful moments. The famous pottery town in the Japanese prefecture of Aichi has been synonymous with authentic craftsmanship for centuries. And that's exactly what you'll feel as soon as you pick up this kyusu.

The surface speaks of mindfulness: fine rings run gently around the body - almost like the traces of a mindful movement. In between: deliberate stillness. The base, lid handle and upper rim remain deliberately simple - a contrast that creates a sense of calm.

The clay used is a deep, earthy black - no lacquer, no glaze. Just pure, unsealed ceramic that breathes and lives. The unglazed clay not only enhances the aroma of your tea, but also takes on its very own character over time. The more you use it, the more personal it becomes.

The finely crafted clay sieve on the inside makes this kyusu the ideal choice for high-quality Japanese teas such as Gyokuro or Kabuse - as it separates the tea leaves cleanly from the infusion without losing their subtle nuances.

Whether for morning tea with the window open or a short tea break in the countryside - this kyusu suits a lifestyle that seeks rather than avoids slowness. For people with a sense of depth and a unique everyday aesthetic.

Details at a glance:

• Traditional one-handed jug (Kyusu) from Tokoname, Japan
• With integrated, fine clay sieve - ideal for high-quality leaf tea
• Unglazed - for a natural feel and breathing properties
• Handmade - each pot is unique

Dimensions:
Total width incl. handle: approx. 17 cm
Height: approx. 8 cm
Diameter: approx. 9.5 cm
Capacity: approx. 350 ml (full to the brim, without tea leaves)

A recommendation for all those who don't want to consume tea - but want to experience it