Japanese Kyusu - Bird Embossed Banko-yaki Mesh Filter Teapot - 180ml

This Banko-yaki kyusu (teapot) features unglazed clay embossed with holographic birds. Its mesh strainer is perfect for brewing even the most deeply-steamed fukamushi senchas.

Banko-yaki (萬古焼) is a type of Japanese pottery that traditionally comes from Yokkaichi in Mie Prefecture, Japan. Its characteristic purple hue comes from the mixture of red oxidised iron and blue high temperature-baked iron in the clay.

Dimensions:

14.8cm (5.8in) - width (including handle)
7.6cm (3in) - height
180ml - capacity

Condition: Like new

This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand