{"product_id":"nankei-apricot-kyusu-teapot-black-clay-320ml","title":"Nankei Apricot Kyusu Teapot — Black Clay 320ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eA Kyusu Shaped Like an Apricot\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kyusu was designed by Nankei Pottery with the image of an apricot fruit in mind — gently rounded, calm in presence, and naturally balanced in the hand. Its form is intentional, created to pour smoothly and sit steadily during tea preparation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eBlack Clay That Changes the Taste of Tea\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from iron-rich clay traditionally used for kyusu, this teapot is fired without glaze, allowing the natural iron in the clay to turn the surface deep black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the interior is also left unglazed, the fine texture of the clay softens bitterness and rounds the flavor of tea. Over time, the surface develops deeper character as it is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not simply a vessel for tea. It subtly improves the tea you brew.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eLid and Body Are Hand-Matched After Firing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter firing, the lid and body are carefully hand-ground together in a traditional process to ensure an exceptionally precise fit and smooth pouring without drips around the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may notice a slight reveal of the red clay where this matching was done — a quiet sign of authentic kyusu craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDesigned for Everyday and Guests\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kyusu comfortably pours:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour small teacups when guests visit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo generous cups for daily meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull capacity: 320 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Soko-ami Bottom Mesh That Makes the Difference\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kyusu uses a soko-ami (底網式) stainless steel bottom mesh — a design trusted by tea professionals and Japanese tea cafés for over 40 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike small strainers near the spout, the entire bottom of the teapot is covered with a fine stainless mesh. This creates a wide filtering surface that allows tea leaves to fully open and spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design offers several important advantages:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTea leaves expand freely for fuller extraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine leaves such as deep-steamed fukamushi sencha do not clog the strainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater flows out smoothly with excellent drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves do not sit in leftover water, allowing the second and third infusions to taste just as good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTea residue is less likely to remain, making cleaning much easier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bottom-mesh structure is one of the defining features that makes this kyusu exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron-rich unglazed clay softens tea bitterness and improves flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatte black surface develops character with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApricot-inspired shape for balanced, steady pouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid and body hand-matched for precise fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel bottom mesh strainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade by Nankei Pottery in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nankei Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43839524307030,"sku":"K003","price":192.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2330\/8397\/files\/nankei-apricot-kyusu-teapot-black-clay-320ml-8021622.jpg?v=1771695968","url":"https:\/\/wabisabi-jp.net\/products\/nankei-apricot-kyusu-teapot-black-clay-320ml","provider":"The Wabi Sabi Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}