T Houhin (S) / Red Killifish nabeshima Crafted with the theme of

Crafted with the theme of everyday utensils in mind

Shinogi is a decorative technique whereby ridgelines are carved on the surface

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leave a small amount of tea leaves inside the tea caddy for a few days before using it to store the tea leaves

T Houhin (S) / Red Killifish nabeshima Crafted with the theme of"Houhin" is a teapot made without a handle. It is suitable for gyokuro, and high quality green tea served at low temperature. However, due to its size and design, this larger houhin is also suitable for Chinese tea and other teas brewed in higher temperatures. Made in Arita, this lovely teapot is handpainted with a small school of Medaka or Japanese Rice Fish in red, swimming peacefully one after another, just like a close knit family. For more story