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Handcrafted in Tokoname, Aichi prefecture Japan, this Mogake style Hōhin teapot was made with gyokuro and light steamed asamushi sencha brewing in mind. The teapot was wrapped with seaweed, causing the salt from the seaweed to oxidize with the clay making a unique pattern on the teapot. 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.

This teapot matches perfectly with our mogake yuzamashi water cooler and mogake teacup.

How to Brew Gyokuro - Step-by-Step Instructions!

The teapot is intentionally made very small, holding just 135 ml of water. The lid fits the inside of the teapot wall perfectly. There is a very well made and thought out spout and the pour is smooth.  This teapot is suitable for any gyokuro or light steamed green tea.  You could probably use it with most medium-steamed green teas though you might get some clogging on the ceramic inner spout.  Not suitable for deep steamed green tea as the fine, dust-like leaf particles.

About the maker Hakusan Katayama III

Mr. Hakusan was born into a family with a long standing pottery tradition in Tokoname, Aichi prefecture, a region famous for its outstanding pottery, and he studied under his father Tadayoshi's tutelage. He is a member of the Japan Sencha Crafts Association, and the Tokoname Hand-made Teapot Association. Mr Hakusan has won numerous national prizes for his pottery.

Handcrafted in Tokoname, Aichi prefecture Japan, this Mogake style teapot was made with gyokuro and light steamed asamushi sencha brewing in mind. The teapot was wrapped with seaweed, causing the salt from the seaweed to oxidize with the clay making a unique pattern on the teapot. 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.

How to Brew Gyokuro - Step-by-Step Instructions!

The set is intentionally made very small, holding just 60-80ml of water. The lid fits the inside of the teapot wall perfectly and is tilted to whatever degree the brewer would like the gap to be to pour efficiently, eliminating 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.

About the maker Hakusan Katayama III

Mr. Hakusan was born into a family with a long standing pottery tradition in Tokoname, Aichi prefecture, a region famous for its outstanding pottery, and he studied under his father Tadayoshi's tutelage. He is a member of the Japan Sencha Crafts Association, and the Tokoname Hand-made Teapot Association. Mr Hakusan has won numerous national prizes for his pottery.

Handcrafted in Tokoname Prefecture,Japan. This type of teapot is becoming harder to find over the years. Since gyokuro should be brewed at a lower temperature with double the amount of loose leaf, notwithstading the fact that gyokuro is usually the most expensive type of loose leaf green tea available, the use of this teapot is ideal for gyokuro enthusiasts.  Multiple small infusions for individual cups. This teapot also works great for light steamed asamushi sencha as well.

How to Brew Gyokuro - Step-by-Step Instructions!

The actual size of this teapot is purposefully small, measuring 10.5 cm wide x 5.3 cm tall (4" x 2") and holding about 100ml / 3.4 ounces of water. The thin gap between the in the inner body of the teapot and the lid eliminate the need for a filter basket.

Important to note - While this teapot could be used with larger leaf green teas (light steamed green tea), it is not suitable for anything with a fine leaf particle such as deep steamed green tea (fukamushi-cha).

The craftsmanship of these items is superb and many not-so-obvious fine details went into making this teapot. Please note that since each of these items are had crafted, they may very slightly from the shown images. So if you are a regular gyokuro drinker or have ever considered a foray into gyokuro, you will be hard pressed to find a better teapot for it than our handmade shiboridashi and houhin teapots!

Handcrafted in Tokoname, Aichi prefecture Japan, this Mogake style Yuzamashi watercooler was made with gyokuro and light steamed asamushi sencha brewing in mind. The watercooler was wrapped with seaweed, causing the salt from the seaweed to oxidize with the clay making a unique pattern on the teapot. 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 yuzamashi watercooler is ideal for gyokuro enthusiasts, allowing multiple infusions from the same gyokuro leaf.

How to Brew Gyokuro - Step-by-Step Instructions!

The set is intentionally made very small, holding just 135 ml of water. The lid fits the inside of the teapot wall perfectly. There is a very well made and thought out spout and the pour is smooth.  This teapot is suitable for any gyokuro or light steamed green tea.  You could probably use it with most medium-steamed green teas though you might get some clogging on the ceramic inner spout.  Not suitable for deep steamed green tea as the fine, dust-like leaf particles.

About the maker Hakusan Katayama III

Mr. Hakusan was born into a family with a long standing pottery tradition in Tokoname, Aichi prefecture, a region famous for its outstanding pottery, and he studied under his father Tadayoshi's tutelage. He is a member of the Japan Sencha Crafts Association, and the Tokoname Hand-made Teapot Association. Mr Hakusan has won numerous national prizes for his pottery.

Measures approximately 4.5 cm high, 7.5 cm x 10 cm wide, and holds about 140 ml

A very nice, basic but well functioning handcrafted teapot in blue from Tokoname Japan. Unique to this design is the "swing" type of stainless steel infuser screen (see detailed images for a more accurate view.) The infuser screen is curved and is suspended off of the floor of the teapot, allowing the wet leaves to drain completely without remaining wet on the floor of the teapot in between subsequent infusions. This teapot will brew all types of green tea.

Holds 12 ounces (360ml)

A very nice handcrafted teapot from Tokoname Japan. One of our more popular items, it is medium sized teapot for brewing either single or multiple cups of green tea.

Holds 11oz/320ml.

A high quality handcrafted teapot from Tokoname Japan, perfect for brewing green tea in every way. Unique to this design is the "swing" type of stainless steel infuser screen (see detailed images for a more accurate view.) Beautiful hand painted design on the outside. The infuser screen is curved and is suspended off of the floor of the teapot, allowing the wet leaves to drain completely without remaining wet on the floor of the teapot in between subsequent infusions.

Holds 370ml / 12.5oz

A very nice handcrafted teapot from Tokoname Japan. While perfect for brewing multiple or single cups of green tea, this teapot was designed for deep steamed green tea (fukamushi-cha) but is suitable for all green teas including gyokuro. Due to the fine, sometimes dust-like nature of fukamushi leaf, small bits of leaf can often get stuck in the stainless steel mesh of many teapots. Unique to this design is the built-in stainless steel infuser screen which covers just a small area of the inside part of the spout.

11 ounces/320ml

This 48 prong matcha whisk is handmade in Japan especially for thick style koicha matcha. Not to be confused with imports from China, this authentic hand-made tea whisk is made in Nara Prefecture. There are over 120 different types of Nara tea whisks, with the type of material, shape and number of splines varying according to the school of tea, and also on the kind of matcha to be used.

Note: This while you could use this whisk for other types of matcha, it was designed for use with thick "koicha" matcha. For general matcha brewing, we recommend this tea whisk instead.

About our Tea whisk suppler (see photos) - Sabun Kubo was born in 1940 and started making tea whisks in 1964. He is an artisan very keen on protecting traditional crafts.

A very nice handcrafted teapot from Tokoname Japan. Perfect for brewing single cups of green tea, this teapot was designed for general green tea brewing. Built-in stainless steel infuser screen wraps 360 degrees around the inside of the spout. Very handy and sized for brewing a single cup or two of regular sencha. This teapot ca be used for fukamushi green tea or gyokuro as well. However due to the small leaf particle size of fukamushi-cha, small particles of leaf might occasionally become embedded in the infusor screen. If you are primarily a deep steamed green tea lover, a teapot dedicated to those would probably be more suitable.

New specialty product - A teapot made especially for green tea and for those who are left-handed.  Left-handed Japanese teapots are not that easy to find, especially one designed for deep steamed green tea.  Handcrafted in Tokoname Japan. While perfect for brewing multiple or single cups of green tea, this teapot was designed for deep steamed green tea (fukamushi-cha) but is suitable for all green teas including gyokuro. Due to the fine, sometimes dust-like nature of fukamushi leaf, small bits of leaf can often get stuck in the stainless steel mesh of many teapots. Unique to this design is the built-in stainless steel infuser screen which covers just a small area of the inside part of the spout. 12 ounces/360ml

A very nice, basic handcrafted teapot from Tokoname Japan. Unique to this design is the "swing" type of stainless steel infuser screen (see detailed images for a more accurate view.) The infuser screen is curved and is suspended off of the floor of the teapot, allowing the wet leaves to drain completely without remaining wet on the floor of the teapot in between subsequent infusions.

Holds 12 ounces (360ml)

Consisting of 65-72 prongs, this whisk is handmade in Nara, Japan and should not to be confused with imports from China that you will commonly encounter from most tea shops. There are over 120 different types of Nara tea whisks that vary according to the type of material used, shape and number of splines which will vary  according to the school of tea, the kind of matcha (thick or regular thin type) which will be served, and various other factors. We chose this particular chasen for general purpose matcha drinking. 

About our bamboo tea whisk suppler (view detailed images) - Sabun Kubo Born 1940 and started making tea whisks in 1964. He is an artisan very keen on protecting traditional crafts.

Differences between Japanese and Chinese tea whisks... The vast majority of tea whisks encountered on the market are copies made in China, not Japan. There is almost no market for matcha whisks within China itself, nearly all are exported abroad and surprisingly, even to Japan. Japanese craftsmen start the whisk making process using a sharp knife to chip the end of the bamboo, giving it a clean sharp break, whereas in China it  tends to be done with a file. Because of this, the tip of the whisk prongs of Japanese whisks are known to last longer. The bamboo used in Japanese whisks is superior and is dried for well over a year before use, no fungacides are used when producing Nara tea whisks. A real Japanese whisk will cost 2 or 3 times more than a Chinese whisk, naturally. It certainly is possible to make matcha with a Chinese made whisk but for long term reliability, we recommend that you invest in the real deal.

Handcrafted in Tokoname, Aichi prefecture Japan, this Mogake style yunomi teacup was made with gyokuro and light steamed asamushi sencha brewing in mind. The Japanese cermamic teacup was wrapped with seaweed, causing the salt from the seaweed to oxidize with the clay making a unique pattern on the teapot. This cup matches our Mogake shiboridashi, Mogake Hōhin, and Mogake yuzamashi water cooler perfectly.

How to Brew Gyokuro - Step-by-Step Instructions!

The cup is intentionally made very small, holding just about 40 ml of water, perfect for sipping perfectly made expensive gyokuro.

About the maker Hakusan Katayama III

Mr. Hakusan was born into a family with a long standing pottery tradition in Tokoname, Aichi prefecture, a region famous for its outstanding pottery, and he studied under his father Tadayoshi's tutelage. He is a member of the Japan Sencha Crafts Association, and the Tokoname Hand-made Teapot Association. Mr Hakusan has won numerous national prizes for his pottery.

Made in the Mino area near of Gifu Prefecture, this beautiful handmade chawan is the perfect tea bowl for brewing matcha green tea.

Measures 12 cm wide x 8.5 cm high (4.7 inches wide x 3.14 inches high)

This Tokoname water cooler, made from brown clay, the tea ware will come in very handy when making either matcha, sencha, or really any type of green tea. Since most green teas needs to be brewed at lower temperatures, use this item to cool your just boiled water to exactly where you need it to be. This water cooler has a very beautiful pattern on the bottom.

Holds 12 ounces/320ml.

A very nice, basic handcrafted teapot from Tokoname Japan. Unique to this design is the "swing" type of stainless steel infuser screen (see detailed images for a more accurate view.) The infuser screen is curved and is suspended off of the floor of the teapot, allowing the wet leaves to drain completely without remaining wet on the floor of the teapot in between subsequent infusions.

Holds 13.5 ounces (400ml)

From Mino Japan, an area famous for Japanese ceramics, this beautiful black matcha chawan is the perfect tea bowl for brewing matcha. The black color of the bowl enhances and contrasts with the green color of the matcha beautifully.

Finally - An easier way to brew your favorite loose-leaf iced green tea!

• Simply turn the bottle upside down, add your favorite loose leaf sencha, gyokuro, or other tea, close the lid
• Fill with water from the top.
• Put into the refrigerator for about 6 hours.
• Enjoy!

Made from quality glass and stainless steel, in also has a nice neoprene outer cover to keep your beverage cold. 

Holds approximately 400ml (13.5 fl oz)

Measures 21 cm x 7 cm (8 3/4 in x 2 3/4 in)

Although it might not be an absolutely necessary accessory - the use of this nice wooden matcha bowl coaster with your favorite chawan could very well enhance the whole green tea experience!  There is a small wooden vertical peg to place your tea whisk on as well. As with all of our products, made in Japan!

A nice, dark matcha bowl provides a stark contrast with the beautiful green color of your freshly made matcha. Handmade in the Mino area near of Gifu Prefecture, this Mino-yaki chawan is the perfect tea bowl for brewing matcha green tea.

Measures 12 cm wide x 8 cm high (4.7 inches wide x 3.14 inches high)

Arita-yaki Sakura Chawan made in the famous Japanese ceramics making region of Arita. This beautiful handmade chawan is the perfect tea bowl for brewing matcha green tea.

Made in Tokoname, Japan, this water cooler, made from red clay, will come in very handy when brewing green tea. Since most green teas needs to be brewed at lower temperatures, use this item to aid you in cooling your just boiled water first to exactly where you need it to be.

Holds 11 ounces/320ml.

Roughly translates into "hanging cherry blossom branch", Shino Chawan "Edatare Sakura" is made in the Mino area near of Gifu Prefecture ("Mino-yaki"), this beautiful handmade chawan is the perfect tea bowl for brewing matcha green tea.

Measures 12 cm wide x 8 cm high (4.7 inches wide x 3.14 inches high)

NOTE:  Because this item is non-standard weight and size for FedEx packaging, when shipped by FedEx an additional ¥3500 ( US $33 / EU 29 ) will automatically be added for shipping. 

A very beautiful porcelain hand-made teacup made in Arita, this Japanese ceramic cup is perfect for green tea. Will keep your green tea warmer longer if you are not quite ready to drink it right away.

Measures 8.8 cm wide x 5.8 cm high (3.5 inches wide x 2.3 inches tall), holds about 220 ml to the rim.

This Tokoname water cooler, made from green clay, will come in very handy. Since most green teas needs to be brewed at lower temperatures, use this item to cool your just boiled water to exactly where you need it to be. One of those things you can live without, until you try it!

Holds 12 ounces/320ml.

Matcha aficionados - Here is a handy item! Known in Japanese as a "matcha furui", use this sifter when brewing matcha. Simply add your matcha and work it through the built-in removeable fine mesh insert inside the canister. Removes clumps, makes for a smoother, frothier bowl of matcha.

Available in dark burgundy or green, measures 73mm W x 79 mm H (2.9 inches by 3.1 inches) Quality craftsmanship throughout.

Note: Product includes the the tool only, matcha purchased separately.

Arita-yaki Teacup "Kohiki Budō" hand-made teacup made in Arita Japan (Arita-yaki), this beautiful Japanese ceramic cup is perfect for green tea.

Holds approx. 150 ml.

Measures 7.8 cm wide x 5.7 cm high (3.0 inches wide x 2.25 inches tall).

A very simple, yet elegante hand-made teacup.  Made in Arita Japan out of white kaolin clay, the pure white color of this Japanese ceramic cup will help you evaluate any green tea's inherent color and to compare it against other green teas. The teacup itself is rather small, but it is exactly this kind of teacup that one often encounters in tea shops throught Japan.

Measures 7.4 cm wide x 4.2 cm high (2.9 inches wide x 1.65 inches tall).

Holds about close to 70 ml (2.4 oz) when filled to the rim.

This small Japanese ceramic teacup is Arita-yaki and is perfect for green tea.

Measures 7.8 cm wide x 5.3 cm high (3 inches wide x 2 inches tall).

These canisters are not only beautiful, they are hand-made especially for storing green tea. Made to hold 100 grams of tea perfectly. Made of steel, they are durable, each having a slightly tapered rim for easy removal of lid, and also feature a fitting inner plastic lid for a tight seal. Since each is handmade with Japanese washi wazome paper, no two are exactly alike.

Each green tea canister measures 63mm x 113mm (2.5 inches x 4.5 inches).

Note: As no two canisters are exactly alike, we cannot take requests on a particular canister pattern. In your "customer notes" area when checking out you can add a color preference and we will try our best to match that if it is available.

Although it might not be an absolutely necessary accessory, use of this nice wooden coaster with your favorite teacup could very well enhance the green tea experience!  As with all of our products, made in Japan!

A very handsome hand-made teacup made in Arita Japan, the white color of this Japanese ceramic cup will help you appreciate the color of your green tea.

Measures 8 cm wide x 5.6 high (3.1 inches wide x 2.2 inches tall).

Holds about 150-160 ml of green tea

This handy device is designed to store and keep your tea whisk in great shape. Made of ceramic, simply place your tea whisk on it to retain it's shape.