Teapots and rituals

With more than four centuries of experience at their craft, the Kikuchi Hojudo foundry is a true leader in Wazuqu steel (a Japanese steel of very high quality).

With more than four centuries of experience at their craft, the Kikuchi Hojudo foundry is a true leader in Wazuqu steel (a Japanese steel of very high quality).

With more than four centuries of experience at their craft, the Kikuchi Hojudo foundry is a true leader in Wazuqu steel (a Japanese steel of very high quality).

An inspiring discovery for Camellia Sinensis, our range of Yixing teapots, from where this originates, is enriched by this artist.

Mr. Shao learned traditional pottery techniques with some of the greatest masters and he is part of a new generation of promising young potters.

Mr. Shao learned traditional pottery techniques with some of the greatest masters and he is part of a new generation of promising young potters. Shao Guo Jun was born and educated in the city of Ding Shan. The teapots which he makes are in the classic style. They are simple, delicate and elegant, while being inspired by nature and Chinese culture. His style is both plain and very much alive.

Mr. Shao learned traditional pottery techniques with some of the greatest masters and he is part of a new generation of promising young potters. Shao Guo Jun was born and educated in the city of Ding Shan. The teapots which he makes are in the classic style. They are simple, delicate and elegant, while being inspired by nature and Chinese culture. His style is both plain and very much alive.

This gem of a teapot is craftsmanship at its finest. A distinguished handle that contrasts the algae design on the side panel. True art from Mr. Ito!

An inspiring discovery for Camellia Sinensis, our range of Yixing teapots, from where this originates, is enriched by this artist.

M Shao a apprit les techniques de poterie traditionnelle avec certain des plus grands maîtres et fait partie d’une nouvelle génération de potiers très prometteurs.

For the die-hard tea fan, here is a complete set specifically designed to be carried around.

This fan is used by the participants of the chanoyu tea ceremony. It is placed as an honorary sign in front of the knees of the participants as they are greeted. This fan remain closed in the tea room and its shape represents the sword that the samuraï placed aside before entering the tea room. It is made of white bamboo and paper. Men use a slightly longer fan than that used by Women.