Nankei Sencha Kyusu Teapot — Black Clay 600ml

This kyusu teapot offers a generous capacity and balanced form designed for smooth, controlled pouring. Its rounded body allows tea leaves to open fully during brewing, helping extract clean flavor and aroma while remaining comfortable for everyday use.

In Japan, sencha is the most common loose-leaf green tea, known for its fine, delicate leaves. Kyusu designed for sencha are crafted to prevent clogging, allow full leaf expansion, and pour cleanly — qualities that make this teapot exceptionally versatile for many kinds of loose-leaf teas.

This kyusu performs beautifully with sencha, hojicha, genmaicha, bancha, oolong, jasmine, black tea, and other loose-leaf teas. The wide interior space promotes even water circulation, allowing leaves of many styles and sizes to unfurl fully for clean, balanced extraction.

Traditional Ceramic Strainer (共茶こし)

Inside the spout sits a dome-shaped strainer made from the same clay as the teapot body. Each tiny hole is carefully opened by hand, creating a fine filter designed for everyday Japanese loose-leaf teas.

Because the strainer is ceramic and part of the body:

• Fine tea leaves are filtered cleanly without affecting flavor
• The interior of the teapot can be gently cleaned by hand or with a soft brush
• The tea pours smoothly while preserving the full, traditional character of the brew

This style of built-in ceramic strainer is a hallmark of classic Japanese kyusu craftsmanship and is especially valued by tea drinkers who appreciate the pure taste of loose-leaf tea.

Black Clay That Improves Tea Flavor

This kyusu is made from black kneaded clay, left unglazed to preserve the natural texture of the material. Over time, the surface develops a subtle patina that reflects regular use and handling.

The deep matte tone gives the teapot a grounded, calm presence that suits both everyday tea moments and shared gatherings.

Designed for Heavy Daily Use

This kyusu is especially suited for:

• Brewing larger quantities of loose-leaf tea
• People who enjoy multiple cups in one session
• Serving several guests at once
• A wide range of teas including sencha, hojicha, genmaicha, oolong, jasmine, and black tea

Features

• Nankei’s largest kyusu for generous brewing
• Traditional ceramic built-in strainer (共茶こし)
• Unglazed black clay interior improves tea flavor
• Hand-matched lid and body for precise fit
• Balanced side handle for stable pouring
• Made by Nankei Pottery in Mie, Japan