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Experience the unparalleled quality of our handcrafted Shiboridashi teapot from Tokoname Prefecture, Japan. This exquisite teapot is increasingly rare and highly sought after by tea connoisseurs, especially those who appreciate the delicate nuances of brewing gyokuro, the most luxurious and costly type of loose-leaf green tea. Designed to brew at lower temperatures with a double amount of loose leaves, this teapot is perfect for extracting the subtle flavors and deep umami characteristic of gyokuro.

The Shiboridashi teapot's small size is purposefully designed to hold about 60ml (2 ounces) of water, making it ideal for preparing just one or two small cups at a time. This allows for multiple, concentrated infusions, each capturing the essence of the tea. The unique design features a thin gap between the inner body of the teapot and the lid, eliminating the need for a traditional filter basket and enhancing the infusion process for larger leaf teas like gyokuro and light-steamed asamushi sencha.

It’s important to note that due to its specific design, this teapot is best suited for larger leaf teas and not recommended for fine leaf particles like those found in deep-steamed green tea (fukamushi-cha).

Each Shiboridashi teapot is a testament to the artisan's skill, with attention to detail that might not be immediately apparent but significantly enhances both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Given the handcrafted nature of these teapots, slight variations from the images shown may occur, adding to the uniqueness of each piece.

For those deeply engaged in the art of tea, particularly gyokuro enthusiasts, our Shiboridashi and Houhin teapots offer an optimal brewing tool, combining traditional craftsmanship with effective modern design.

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

Discover the artistry of our Shiboridashi teapot, meticulously handcrafted in Tokoname Prefecture, Japan. This teapot is exquisitely tailored for gyokuro enthusiasts, accommodating the specific brewing requirements of this luxurious loose-leaf green tea. Known for its need for lower temperatures and higher tea-to-water ratios, gyokuro finds a perfect match in this teapot's design, which ensures optimal flavor extraction and precise temperature control during multiple infusions.

The Shiboridashi teapot's compact size, measuring 10.5 cm wide by 5.3 cm tall and holding approximately 100ml (3.4 ounces), is ideally suited for preparing individual cups of tea. Its unique design foregoes a traditional filter basket, featuring instead a narrow gap between the teapot’s body and the lid, which aids in a smooth pour while effectively retaining larger tea leaves, such as those of gyokuro and light-steamed asamushi sencha. This thoughtful feature makes it especially suited for teas requiring room to expand without escaping into the brew.

Please note, due to its specific features, this teapot is recommended for larger leaf teas and may not be suitable for finer leaf varieties like fukamushi-cha, which could slip through the gap.

Crafted with an eye for both beauty and functionality, each Shiboridashi teapot is a testament to the skilled craftsmanship of Tokoname artisans. Due to the handcrafted nature of these teapots, slight variations from the images shown are to be expected, each piece adding a unique character to your tea brewing rituals.

Ideal for those deeply invested in the nuances of green tea, particularly gyokuro, this Shiboridashi teapot promises a refined brewing experience, blending traditional techniques with modern aesthetic sensibilities.

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

Introducing the perfect gift for any green tea enthusiast: our exclusive Green Tea Gift Set! Hand-selected by tea experts, this set features two of the finest sencha green teas available online, as consistently praised by our loyal customers.

This set includes 80 grams each of Kagoshima Sencha "Yutaka Midori" and Uji Sencha "Miyabi." Each tea is packaged freshly soon after you place your order, offering an unparalleled freshness that enhances the tea’s natural flavors and aromas.

Additionally, this gift set comes with stylish green and orange storage tea tins, designed specifically to preserve the quality and freshness of green tea. All these items are beautifully packaged in a decorative gift box, making it an ideal present for special occasions or a luxurious treat for yourself.

Experience the exquisite quality and taste of our sencha and enjoy significant savings over purchasing each item separately.

Introducing the ultimate Cold Brew Glass Green Tea Bottle, a simple and stylish solution for brewing your favorite loose-leaf iced green tea. This innovative bottle is designed to make the brewing process effortless and efficient, perfect for enjoying a refreshing cold brew at home.

Here’s how it works:

1. Turn the bottle upside down and add your preferred loose leaf sencha, gyokuro, or other green tea.
2. Fill the bottle with water from the top.
3. Place it in the refrigerator for about 6 hours.
4. Enjoy a perfectly brewed cold green tea!

Crafted from high-quality glass and stainless steel, this bottle is not only durable but also aesthetically pleasing. It comes with a neoprene outer cover that helps maintain the temperature, keeping your beverage cool and refreshing.

With a capacity of approximately 400ml (13.5 fl oz) and measuring 21 cm x 7 cm (8 3/4 in x 2 3/4 in), this cold brew bottle is ideal for daily use. Whether you’re a green tea aficionado or just looking for a new way to enjoy your tea, this Cold Brew Glass Green Tea Bottle offers a delightful do-it-yourself experience. Order yours today and explore the exquisite taste of cold-brewed green tea!

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.

We came across this rather unique Japanese health related product recently. Similarly Japanese made products offered to customers outside of Japan are usually priced at many times what we offer this fantastic product for. Made by an older, established company in Kumamoto prefecture Japan, this high quality persimmon soap produces a creamy lather and is blended with persimmon tannin, green tea extract, and red clay. It removes oxidized sebum, dirt. In Japan persimmon soap is often used as a solution to the dreaded old person smell (known in Japanese as kareishū 加齢臭) where it is of particular concern due to the high value placed on personal hygiene.

"Old-Person Smell" Really Exists, Scientists Say...

This soap contains high levels of persimmon tannin extracted from persimmon fruit. The tannin in persimmon fruit helps to abolish nonenal chemicals associated with old person smell and has a deodorant effect, acting to reduce body odor associated with seniors.

Persimmon leaf sushi has an antibacterial and deodorant effect. The persimmon tannin in it is believed to have a deodorant effect when it chemically reacts with body odor.

Added Green Tea Extract!

Unlike other expensive, competing products, green tea extract has been added to this soap. Green tea extract contains high levels of polyphenols (catechins), has an added astringency and deodorant effect, among other beneficial effects.

Having personally used this product ourselves, we can attest that it is a very pleasant general purpose soap in addition to it's other unique properties.

Country of Origin: Japan
Contents: 80 grams / 2.8 oz 
Product Size (width x depth x height): 67mm x 62 mm x 23 mm

 Sources

(1) http://healthland.time.com/2012/05/31/old-person-smell-really-exists-scientists-say/
(2) Amanda MacMillan - http://thechart.blogs.cnn.com/2012/05/30/scientists-confirm-existence-of-old-person-smell/