Hand-woven Chakoshi (Tea Strainer) Genmaicha

Hand-woven Chakoshi (Tea Strainer) GenmaichaHandcrafted tea strainers made in Kyoto by Tsuijwa Kanaami who have specialized in traditional Kyo Kanaami metal weaving for 93 years. These are beautiful and functional strainers. They work well with any size of tealeaves. You can enjoy tea with or without a teapot. There are four different sizes and they come in copper with a stainless steel strainer basket or entirely stainless steel. The copper will develop a beautiful patina with use. Product

It is used to lower the temperature of hot water for steeping teas

This sleek Mino-ware set comes in a rich chocolate brown (shitsuyu) glaze that resembles the colour of urushi (Japanese lacquer)

Note: The handles can crack

A great opportunity to participate in the Japanese ceramic – and philosophical – tradition of kintsugi

You can drink directly from the bottle and bring healthy tasty tea everywhere

W145xL105xH205 mm

ginkgo leaves (fall) or snowflakes (winter)

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The materials included in the kit are all natural and food-safe once hardened

This medium sized Dobin style porcelain Mino-ware set has shades of oribe green glaze from medium to deep within ribbed circles

Glazed ceramic / Metalic grey bottom