Product Description
Nankei Pottery: Kyusu Teppatsu Teapot - Sand
The Kyusu Teppatsu Teapot in Sand is stripped of glazes and unnecessary ornamentation, this teapot celebrates the raw beauty of Yokkaichi’s iron-rich earth. It is a vessel designed for those who appreciate the tactile connection between the maker, the material, and the drink.
Crafted entirely from sand coloured clay, this teapot is unglazed both inside and out, allowing the living nature of the ceramic to take centre stage. The porous, iron-rich clay interacts directly with your tea. It naturally absorbs astringency and mellows bitterness, resulting in a smoother, sweeter, and more rounded flavour profile.
The exterior has a signature matte, natural sand finish that is incredibly smooth to the touch. With its clean, architectural lines and weighted base, this teapot feels grounded and substantial. It is the perfect size for serving smaller cups of tea.
Banko-yaki clay is renowned for its ability to hold temperature, keeping your tea warm longer.
Details
Made in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, Japan
Colour: Sand clay.
Materials: Natural unglazed clay.
Finish: Unglazed exterior, unglazed interior.
Built in ceramic strainer.
Holds approximately 240ml.
Measurements: 17.6 x 14.4 x H8.2cm
Care: Hand wash only with mild and neutral detergent and soft sponge. Avoid abrasive scrubbers or harsh cleaners, as these can scratch the surface of the pottery. Allow the ceramic to air-dry thoroughly before storing away.
About Nankei Pottery's unglazed ceramics:
This product highlights the raw texture of the clay. While oil stains may occur more easily than on glazed items, they can typically be removed by applying a small amount of detergent and scrubbing with a brush.
Because these pieces are unglazed and crafted from raw, mineral-rich earth, you may notice subtle orange blushes or tiny dark iron spots on the surface. These are not defects, but the natural mineral colours of the clay reacting to the high heat of the kiln. Each piece is a unique record of its firing, carrying the honest fingerprints of the Japanese landscape.
