Black Umako: Tokoname Kyusu Tea Pot by Jinsui

Evoking the simplicity of Japanese wabi sabi aesthetic, this modern ushirode kyusu tea pot by ceramics studio Jinsui, one of the six oldest studios in the Tokoname ceramic production region.

Also available in white.

• Made by: Jinsui Kiln
• Volume: 210 ml (measured to 80%)
• Material: Ceramic
• Strainer: Ceramic mesh
• Region: Tokoname, Aichi, Japan
• Care Instructions: Not Dishwasher or Microwave Safe

About the Kiln: Ceramics studio Jinsui is one of the six oldest studios in the Tokoname ceramic production region. The studio was started in 1900 by Yasumasa Watanabe as Yamaya Yasumasa Watanabe, and in 1971 was renamed Jinsui by his son Yoshiji. Toshimasa became the 3rd generation master in 1990, and Yasumasa's great grandson Yusuke continues the business today as the 4th head since 2011.