Hand-painted Japanese kyusu

This 180 ml Japanese kyusu is a particularly lovely piece: a compact, hand-held teapot made of brown clay, then hand-painted with decorations. The dark, subtly iridescent surface is divided by gold lines, and the pattern evokes both the seasonal changes of nature and the understated beauty of Japanese tea ceremony.

The pot's shape is low and broadly rounded, making it stable on the table and very comfortable to use for preparing smaller servings of Japanese green teas. The brown clay provides a warm, natural base for tea drinking, and the hand-painted surface makes each piece unique.

Why do we love it?

• Small volume: ideal for a peaceful tea ceremony for one or two people.
• Brown clay body: natural, warm-character material.
• Hand-painted surface: each pot is slightly different, with a unique appearance.
• Gold line decoration: an elegant yet understated detail.
• Ceramic filter: aids in clean and precise pouring.

What teas do we recommend it for?

This kyusu is particularly well-suited for Japanese green teas: sencha, kabusecha, gyokuro, karigane, or lighter fukamushi teas. The smaller size allows for more precise preparation: it's easier to monitor water temperature, steeping time, and that delicate balance where the tea's sweetness, umami, and freshness beautifully emerge.

Usage and care

After use, rinse with clean water and allow to dry completely without the lid. We do not recommend using detergent, as the natural clay and inner surface will subtly harmonize with the tea over time. This pot is not just a tool, but a small companion in daily tea drinking — a quiet object that comes a little closer to us with each infusion.

Type: Japanese side-handle kyusu
Material: brown clay
Decoration: hand-painted, gold-lined surface
Filter: built-in ceramic filter
Recommended teas: sencha, kabusecha, gyokuro, karigane, Japanese green teas