{"product_id":"benikouji-tokoname-yaki-kyusu-a-30-year-vintage-treasure","title":"Tokoname-yaki Kyusu by Gyokko-gama - A 30-Year Vintage Treasure | BENIKOUJI","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBENIKOUJI\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare, delicate find from a firing 3 decades ago by the esteemed Gyokko-gama in Tokoname. This petite vessel is a canvas of traditional craftsmanship, marrying the texture of black clay with delicate brushwork, it is a striking testament to the masterful artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Art of the Artisan: Beauty in the Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eWhile many modern teapots prioritize stark uniformity, the BENIKOUJI celebrates the visible, enduring touch of the human hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHand-Painted Elegance:\u003c\/b\u003e Contrasting the deep, charcoal-toned body is a vibrant, hand-painted motif of wild fruits and leaves. This delicate botanical artwork adds a flash of warmth and life, turning a traditional brewing tool into a striking functional sculpture for your tea table\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Technique: \u003c\/b\u003eThe gentle, horizontal ridges are \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"107\"\u003erokuro-me, \u003c\/i\u003ethe rhythmic, sweeping marks left by the potter’s fingers as the clay spun on the wheel thirty years ago, giving the piece a soft, tactile dimension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Vintage Tokoname is Coveted\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA 30-Year Patina:\u003c\/b\u003e High-iron Tokoname clay is legendary for how it interacts with tea. Over its 30-year resting period, this Kyusu has settled into a soft, matte elegance, a grounded presence that cannot be rushed or replicated in a modern kiln firing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlavor Maturation:\u003c\/b\u003e Collectors prize vintage Tokoname because the porous, mineral-rich clay has had decades to stabilize. It actively works to round out the natural astringency of green teas, producing a cup that is remarkably smooth, sweet, and perfectly balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Petite \"Kyusu\" Form: \u003c\/b\u003eThe compact size of this Kyusu is not just practical; it is an absolute joy to hold. Nestling perfectly in your hand, it creates an intimate, tactile connection every time you pour. This petite, jewel-like scale transforms the vessel into a delightful collectable, a 30-year-old treasure that is as stunning to display as it is satisfying to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e+ Dimension: Approx. 105mm (Body + Spout) x 105mm (Body + Handle) x H:60mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e+ Region: Tokoname, Aichi, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e+ Potter: Gyokko-gama\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e+ Capacity: circa 140ml\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"POEMS Tea Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45457897914412,"sku":"4014","price":188.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/3535\/0828\/files\/BENIKOUJI_teapot1.jpg?v=1776320260","url":"https:\/\/poemsteaatelier.com.au\/products\/benikouji-tokoname-yaki-kyusu-a-30-year-vintage-treasure","provider":"POEMS Tea Atelier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}