Hohin x1: 180ml, Weight: 227g, Size: 6.5 cm (H) and 110 cm (⌀) * Dimensions are approximate.
Yunomi x5: 60ml, Weight: 70g, Size: 5 cm (H) and 7 cm (⌀) * Dimensions are approximate.
Yuzamashi x1: 100ml, Weight: 98g, Size: 5.5 cm (H) and 8 cm (⌀) * Dimensions are approximate.
Material: Shigaraki Clay (mixture of different clays)
Made in: Shigaraki, Shiga Prefcture, Japan
This Set was made in Shigaraki by the Sotoen Pottery Studio. This entire set 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 set a particularly warming appearance. The grainy surface of the teapot makes holding each item very pleasant and the and the punctually glazed areas catch every 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.
Yunomi is a japanese tea cup without handle. During the Edo period with drinking tea gaining in popularity usage of the vessle slightly shiftet from traditional tea bowls to smaller teacups. There are roughly two types of Yunomi, one is a bowl shape, and the other more common one has a cylindrical shape.
Yusamashi is a water cooling vessel. This accessory allows you to cool down hot water prior to adding it to the tealeaves. Usually used allong with a teapot for the finest-quality green teas. If you often enjoy high quality Japanese green tea, the Yuzamashi is indispensable.
Tea Sets Hand-crafted 180ml Hohin set
About Tea Sets:
Caring your set items a vital part of making tea. You should give it a clean after every use. These vessels may absorb the tannins in tea over time, and thus you should not wash them with soap or detergent. Instead, clean them with tepid water only using your hands. Ensure that you rinse them with plenty of water. Be sure to take off any rings or any kind of jewelry, you may damage the vessels
* Do not sterilize by boiling, or in a dish washing machine.