Lustrous Sakura Pink Japanese Teapot

This is a lovely Arita ware teapot in a delicate sakura (cherry blossom) pink color. The lid is adorned with a three-dimensional sakura flower which is also the handle for the lid. 

The lid has a lustrous shine giving it a luxurious and stylish feel. At Tasei Kiln, two skilled female artisans with over 40 years of experience paint the intricate and graceful patterns, and coat each item with a luster glaze. The glazed surface has a distinct textured glossy glimmer and shines beautifully under light. 

The teapot is in a well-rounded and well-balanced shape. The strainer is in a "Sasame" style where the stainer is attached directly to the inside of the teapot. This allows the tea leaves to circulate easily inside the pot, making the tea more fragrant. This type of strainer is especially suitable when brewing high-quality Japanese tea.

To create a beautiful sakura theme setting for a tea party, match the teapot with teacups and small plates in the same sakura motif.

Tasei Kiln

Tasei Kiln has been producing Arita ware in Saga Prefecture for many years. Their pottery is often inspired by the charm of Japan’s four seasons, incorporating both traditional techniques and new technologies to make it environmentally friendly. In the overglaze painting process, they use lead-free paint developed by Arita in consideration of safety. These products can be used comfortably and safely by everyone from small children to the elderly. Additionally, the popular design of the bond motif makes these products suitable as gifts for life's milestones, such as marriage and longevity celebrations.

Crafted in the historic town of Arita, located in Saga Prefecture, Arita ware stands as the most venerable porcelain production hub in the annals of Japanese history. Characterized by its ethereal translucent white porcelain adorned with vibrant paintings, it has profoundly influenced the porcelain craft across Europe.

Within Japan, Arita ware is held in high esteem as a prestigious brand, with the town of Arita acknowledged as a quintessential porcelain production area.