Tetu Cast Iron Kyusu Teapot

Makoto Koizumi for Tetu

• Introduction

  I am a Tetu Cast Iron Kyusu Teapot. Here is my handle, here is my spout. I'm here to show you what tea's all about.

   

• Curator's Notes

  The name of this piece is Kyusu, which traditionally means teapot, and often the word refers to one with a side handle. This one's a bit confusing because it has a handle on top (still technically a kyusu) and it has a contemporary shape that makes it look like a kettle. Semantics aside, we love it! You can use it to brew loose leaf tea as it cleverly includes a stainless steel strainer.

   

  Tetu Cast Iron Kyusu Teapot was curated by Stevenson Aung

   

• Designer/Maker

   

  Maker: Tetu

   

  Designer: Makoto Koizumi

   

• Specifications

   

  Dimensions: 6” (w) x 4.8” (l) x 5.5” (h) or 152.4mm (w) x 121.92mm (l) x 139.7mm (h) 

   

  Weight: 2.84 Ibs or 1.28 kg

   

  Volume: Approximately 0.56 L

   

  Materials: Nambu Cast Iron, Walnut lid, Stainless steel strainer

   

• Details

   

  • Made in Japan
  • Good Design Award Winner
  • Made from Nambu Cast Iron in the Iwate Prefecture
  • Includes stainless steel tea strainer
  • Do not put over a flame
  • Using technique of “kanake-dome” whereby an oxide layer is formed on the inside of an iron kettle to prevent rust

  • Thickness of around 4mm

  • The cast iron is made by pouring liquid iron into a sand casted mold

  • Interior is enamel coated

  • Smooth, round walnut lid reduces overall weight

  • Detailed spout tip designed for precision pouring essential for serving

  • Cast iron handle folds down for easy storage

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  Returns or Exchanges may be done within 14 days from purchase date. We kindly ask that all valid returns must be in unused condition with attached tags and packaging. Nalata Nalata will not accept any returned merchandise without prior written communication and valid Return Authorization Number. Upon inspection and approval, Exchange or Store Credit will be provided, No Refunds. All sale items and discounted merchandise are Final Sale and cannot be returned. Read More