{"product_id":"gold-stripe-flat-tokoname-teapot-175ml","title":"Gold Stripe Flat Tokoname Teapot - 175ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis expertly crafted hira-gata Tokoname-yaki kyusu (teapot) is made from Tokoname kokudei (黒泥) clay, which has the same properties as the iconic red shudei (朱泥) but is fired in reduction producing a deep black. The pot is decorated with a simple yet striking gold stripe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kyusu's wide, flat shape and small size are specially designed to promote even contact between the leaves and the water, aiding the extraction of umami from high-grade sencha and gyokuro. It boasts a wide top opening so you can watch the leaves unfurl as they steep and clean them out more easily. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe teapot's built-in ceramic sasame filter is perfect for naturally straining tea. Please note: A flat kyusu requires very gentle and slow pours to avoid leaks around the lid. It takes a bit of practice to get familiar with compared to the larger, rounder kyusu with a more elevated spout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece was made by the highly-respected Gyokko (玉光) Kiln, manned by the master potters of the Umehara family. As these are handmade pieces, there may be slight variations in the shape and colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gyokko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45548250103852,"sku":"US-K217","price":126.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/9174\/7116\/files\/download_521b9acd-e752-46ce-88d9-38070e8207c4.jpg?v=1779027631","url":"https:\/\/rak1pm-kn.myshopify.com\/products\/gold-stripe-flat-tokoname-teapot-175ml","provider":"NEBULAPRIMEX ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}