Size: 6.2 cm (H) and 104cm (⌀)  * Dimensions are approximate.
Weight: 245g
Material: Shigaraki Clay (mixture of different clays)
Made in: Shigaraki, Shiga Prefcture, Japan
 
This Hohin was made in Shigaraki by the the Sotoen Pottery Studio. The teapot was made using a special kiln with a shape that uses the natural slope of a mountain. This kind of kiln makes room for several chambers in a row with the biggest one at the end of the kiln. After placing each item by hand in the kiln the firing process will last up to 7 days and nights. Before the front is cut open and everything inside is removed the kiln is cooled down for another 3 days. The natural color of the clay and the glaze give the teapot a particularly warming appearance. The grainy, rough surface of the teapot makes holding the teapot very pleasant and the spottet part of the teapot will catch your eye.
Hohin is among the most popular teapots and is mainly used to brew quality teas such as high-end Sencha and Gyokuro. These teapots steep tea efficiently and will give you the best flavor of your tea. Hohin teapots do not have a handle on the side what makes it a little bit special to hold for new users. It could get a little bit warm, so you have to be carfull when holding the teapot the first time. However with a little bit of practice, you can easely master the art of handling them without fear dropping them or getting burned.