Purple Hagi-yaki Teapot - 400ml

This large Hagi-yaki kyusu (teapot) has a classic houhin-style shape and features an elegant murasaki (purple) glaze. Like a houhin, it has a wide, triangular open spout which allows for fast pouring, a simple ceramic do-ake filter which lends no metallic taste to the tea.

This kyusu's large size is ideal for serving multiple guests or brewing larger batches of houjicha.

This teapot is made by Tsubakihide Kiln (椿秀窯), also known as Shutouen (萩陶苑).

Like most Hagi ware, this piece is porous and will absorb water and tea and change colour over time. Before its first use, we recommend soaking the entire piece in warm water for at least two hours to dislodge any dust. This also allows water to fill the cracks and pores, slowing the rate at which tea stains the clay. Slowing the staining process allows the colour change to progress naturally and beautifully.