Teapots and rituals

On the Island of Misihima, off the coast of Hagi, Mr. Nakahara sources and digs the specific red clay, essential to his work.

There are a rare few adamant potters in Tokoname that still insist on mastering every step of the artisanal process, taking it as far as making their own clay. Yamada is one of these potters.

There are a rare few adamant potters in Tokoname that still insist on mastering every step of the artisanal process, taking it as far as making their own clay. Yamada is one of these potters.

There are a rare few adamant potters in Tokoname that still insist on mastering every step of the artisanal process, taking it as far as making their own clay. Yamada is one of these potters.

This Japanese craft piece embodies nature at its finest. It feels as if Mr. Ito carved this unique teapot from a piece of stone. Rich in simplicity.

An interesting fusion of English traditional references and Japanese style.

Japanese porcelain teapot in a practical format, embellished with the silhouettes of bright red flowers.

An interesting fusion of English traditional references and Japanese style. 

Of Japanese manufacture, Kyusu teapots are typical of the country.