The Japanese have a long tradition of crafting unique and exquisite teaware. Their ancient tea drinking history has evolved some unique teaware. We’ve selected items that are unusual so chances are you’ll not see these elsewhere. We find that having special tea implements truly enhances the experience and pleasure of drinking tea. The Tetsubin (pronounced “tet-SUE-bin”) is a Japanese teapot made of cast iron. They are highly collectible. They have evolved from their early days in the late 17th century as common household items into sensational works of art which are reflective of the Japanese culture. We’ve selected the cream of the crop for you.
All the handmade ceramic pieces below are glazed, unlike the Yixing pots, so they won't absorb any flavors. This allows you to use any tea with any pot or cup. The classically designed ceramic pots on the next page have a unique side handle configuration favored by the Japanese.
