Japanese Teacups - Pair of Green Ryokudei Tokoname-yaki Yunomi - 130ml

This pair of green Tokoname-yaki yunomi (teacups) are decorated with a band of mottled yellow glaze and feature a blue-glazed interior. The green clay, called ryokudei, gets its colour from its high cobalt content.

Tokoname-yaki (常滑焼) is a type of Japanese pottery that traditionally comes from Tokoname in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The site of one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns, pottery has been made in Tokoname since the 12th century.

Today, Tokoname ware is known for its iconic brick-red clay called shudei. Famously used in teaware and bonsai pots, this clay’s vibrant colour comes from its rich iron content. Tea steeped in unglazed Tokoname teapots is said to have a mellower taste.

Dimensions:

6.2cm (2.4in) - width
7.2cm (2.8in) - height
130ml - capacity

Condition: Excellent

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