{"product_id":"double-layer-plum-blossom-tokoname-teapot-250ml","title":"Double-Layer Plum Blossom Tokoname Teapot - 250ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis one-of-a-kind Tokoname-yaki kyusu (teapot) is made from two layers of Tokoname clay: the iconic red shudei (朱泥), and an orange clay. The top layer has intricately carved and painted plum blossom (梅 - ume), motifs, with windows cut to reveal the red layer underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike most Tokoname kyusu, this lid is made in the inset style, similar to the styles of Chinese Yixing teaware. In classic Shunen style, the spout has a slight downward bend designed to improve the pour. To further show off the handmade nature of the teapot, the joins between the handle, spout, and body are left unsmoothed, showing where the potter's fingers blended the pieces together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe teapot's built-in sasame filter is perfect for naturally straining tea. The kyusu comes in its original kiribako (桐箱 - paulownia wood box) signed and sealed by the artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a one-off piece, meaning that the item pictured is what you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Mano Shunen (間野舜園). Born in 1950, Shunen-san is the second generation to use the Shunen name and has become famous for his incredibly intricate, multi-layered carved kyusu, which take the traditional art of carved teapots to the next level. Unlike the traditional method, in which the potter and the engraver\/carver are two seperate artists, Shunen's unique vision and attention to detail means he crafts the entire piece himself, from making the clay, to throwing the pot, assembling the pieces, and carving the designs. Another unique aspect of his kyusu are the downturned spouts which Shunen designed to improve the pouring experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mano Shunen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45548277334060,"sku":"US-K166","price":1288.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/9174\/7116\/files\/download_897540d4-6035-4f6e-861e-aa2e05ee3659.jpg?v=1779028301","url":"https:\/\/rak1pm-kn.myshopify.com\/products\/double-layer-plum-blossom-tokoname-teapot-250ml","provider":"NEBULAPRIMEX ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}