Teapot Houhin Kyusu Mino Tajimi 5.07 oz (150 ml) / 80% 4.06 oz (120 ml) #2

Description: ■About Shipping Costs■ Shipping is free for orders over $50. For orders under $50, there's no extra shipping fee for additional items. Just add all items to your cart, and the discount will apply automatically.*In rare cases, eBay might not apply the discount due to a bug. If this happens, feel free to contact me. ■Photos■The 16th and 17th photos are just for comparison of the tea strainers. ■Item Description■Condition : Open Box / New / Handmade porcelains have individual differences even in similar designs. That is why I open and photograph each one.Practical Capacity : 4.06 oz (120 ml)Full Capacity : 5.07 oz (150 ml)Tea Strainer Type : Tousei-amiHeight (Including lid handle) : 2.76 inches (70 mm)Width (Including spout) : 4.72 inches (120 mm)Weight : 6.5 oz (184 g)Country/Region of Manufacture : Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture, JapanOthers : Dishwasher, microwave and oven not available. ・About this item This is a kyusu called houhin for Japanese teas such as gyokuro and high-grade sencha, which are drunk with low-temperature water. Therefore, unlike most kyusu, the Houhin does not have a handle. Houhin is used by experts and professionals who brew and drink their favorite gyokuro or high-grade sencha on the go and drink it themselves. This is because it is not only lightweight, but also has no handle, making it easy to store and carry. Of course, many people use it at home. This Houhin tea strainer is made of porcelain. It is integrated into a kyusu. When used for tea with fine tea leaves, such as deep steamed (fukamushi) tea, the tea leaves will also go into the cup or bowl with the tea. This is for large leaf tea, such as gyokuro or lightly steamed (asamushi) tea. ・Differences in taste, aroma, and ease of cleaning depending on the type of tea strainer (16th and 17th photos). The tea strainer for this houhin is Tousei-ami. ・Ita-ami and Sawayaka-ami (Top left of 16th photo / Type of tea strainer inside the spout)This is the most common tea strainer in Japan. It comes in a variety of designs and sizes. Good balance of taste, aroma, and ease of cleaning. However, if the tea leaves become clogged, it becomes difficult to pour tea. I would recommend this type of tea strainer to those who are looking for a balance of tea taste, aroma and ease of cleaning. It can be used for both deeply steamed (fukamushi) and lightly steamed (asamushi) tea. ・Kago-ami (Top right of 16th photo / Basket type tea strainer)This is a tea strainer that is very easy to clean. However, it tends to taste thin because the tea leaves are difficult to spread. I would recommend this type of tea strainer to those who value cleanliness and want to enjoy tea casually. However, kago-ami is suitable for iron teapots called nanbutekki. ・Obi-ami (Bottom left of 16th photo / Belt-type tea strainer)This is a tea strainer that is attached to the inside of the kyusu like a belt. It pours tea smoothly to the last drop. I would recommend this type of tea strainer for those who want to focus on the original taste and aroma of the tea. I recommend it especially for those who like strong tea. It can be used for both deeply steamed (fukamushi) and lightly steamed (asamushi) tea. ・Soko-ami (Bottom right of 16th photo / Type of tea strainer near the bottom)This is a tea strainer attached near the bottom of the kyusu. The second and third cups of Japanese tea taste better if the tea leaves are not soaked in hot water in the kyusu after the first cup is poured. This type of tea strainer has a space at the bottom to separate the tea leaves from the hot water. This makes the second and third cups tastier. I would recommend this type of tea strainer for those who want to focus on the original taste and aroma of the tea. It can be used for both deeply steamed (fukamushi) and lightly steamed (asamushi) tea. However, this type of tea strainer is few in number and limited in design and size. ・Tousei-ami (Top left, top right and bottom left of 17th photo.)This is a tea strainer that is integrated into the Kyusu. When used for tea with fine tea leaves, such as deep steamed (fukamushi) tea, the tea leaves will also go into the cup or bowl with the tea. This is for large leaf tea, such as gyokuro or lightly steamed (asamushi) tea. ・Shiboridashi (Bottom right of 17th photo.)This is not a tea strainer, but rather a structure for straining tea through the gap between the rim of the kyusu and the lid. When used for tea with fine tea leaves, such as deep steamed (fukamushi) tea, the tea leaves will also go into the cup or bowl with the tea. This is for large leaf tea, such as gyokuro or lightly steamed (asamushi) tea. This type of kyusu also makes it easy to dispose of the tea leaves. It is very easy to throw away. If you want a kyusu that can be used for any type of tea while enjoying the true taste and aroma of tea, I would recommend Ita-ami (Sawayaka-ami), Obi-ami, and Soko-ami. If you only drink gyokuro or lightly steamed (asamushi) tea, I would recommend Tousei-ami or Shiboridashi. ・Who I would recommend this kyusu to? I would recommend this to anyone who wants a white porcelain houhin to enjoy the color of the tea. By the way, this Houhin tea strainer is made of porcelain. It is integrated into a kyusu. ・What is Mino? Mino ware is the general term for ceramics and porcelain produced in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. It has a history of over 1,300 years. The area was once called Mino, hence the name Mino ware. The ceramics and porcelain made here are the most used in Japan. Shino ware and Oribe ware are derived from Mino ware. ■About me■I am a Japanese living in Tokyo and I love to cook. I sell only real items. Also, please do not worry about used items. I possess a permit to sell used issued by the Japanese police. ・About new kitchen knives.I sell only great value for money knives, which are almost unknown outside of Japan. ・About used kitchen knives.I sell only used knives that are of original quality, condition, and commensurate with the purchase price. ・About other items.I sell items that I think are good and yet difficult to find outside of Japan. ・About the auction.I do not auction items for which I know the manufacturer, material, and MPN because I know the fair price. I will auction items that have unclear things, items that are new but have been opened for photography, or when replacing inventory. ■About Delivery■①I send items via Japan Post or Fedex. ②Since around January 2020, there have been many airline flight delays worldwide. Please understand that the arrival of your items may be significantly delayed than expected due to this. ③Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. 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