Brew up a better cup of tea with this artisan Banko Yaki teapot. It features a simple shape and a soft transparent glaze that brings a sense of calm to your tea routine. The body and lid feature fine holes that make it suitable for brewing old-fashioned coarsely strained teas while extracting all of the delicate umami flavors. Made in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture by Nankei Seizoen, a small Banko Yaki producer that has been operating since 1913.

About Banko Yaki
Based in Mie Prefecture, banko yaki is a traditional ceramic art style entrenched in Japanese culture. Since their creation in the 18th century, banko yaki ceramics offer unique heat resistance and beautiful but practical compositions in muted, earthen colors. These pieces continue to honor an ancient technique in the modern world by reshaping the past to fit the needs of the present.

Materials: Clay, food-safe glaze
Dimensions: 7.28” W x 5.98” D x 3.35” H
Volume: 10.14 fl oz (300ml)
Care: Use neutral detergent for cleaning and avoid abrasive sponges. Thoroughly rinse, drain, and dry between uses. The clay used contains iron powder that may develop into dark spots, this is natural and desirable.
Yokkaichi, Japan