Handcrafted in Yokkaichi, Mie prefecture Japan, this Banko-yaki green tea set was made with gyokuro brewing in mind. Since gyokuro should be brewed at a lower temperature and with double the amount of loose leaf (usually the most expensive green teas available), the use of this special set is ideal for gyokuro enthusiasts, allowing multiple infusions from the same gyokuro leaf.
The set is very small, with the teapot measuring just 8.5 cm wide x 5 cm tall (3.46" x 2"), and holding just 100ml/3.4 ounces of water. Includes two small matching teacups and a matching yuzamashi (water cooler) to help lower water temperature. Special grooves in the inner body of the teapot eliminate the need for a filter basket. With perhaps the exception of deep steamed green tea, this tea set could also be used for other green teas.
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