{"product_id":"tokoname-yaki-kyusu-by-fujita-tokuta-handmade-japanese-teapot-maru","title":"Tokoname-yaki Kyusu by Fujita Tokuta - Handmade Japanese Teapot | MARU","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"826\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHandmade in Tokoname by ceramic artist \u003cstrong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"717\"\u003eFujita Tokuta (藤田徳太)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this kyusu pairs a rounded, almost globular body with an elongated side handle and precisely tapered spout.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eIts dark grey surface is scattered with pale silver-grey markings, giving the teapot a mineral-like character that shifts subtly with the light. Rather than appearing completely uniform, the surface carries small variations in tone and texture across the lid, body, spout and handle, bringing depth to an otherwise minimal form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003eThe result feels distinctly contemporary, yet remains grounded in the functional language of the traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eyokode kyusu\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Artistry Behind the Teapot\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3lkc2j\" data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eA Study in Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e The near-spherical body gives the teapot a strong sculptural presence while creating a generous internal chamber for tea leaves to open during infusion.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a2o4d4\" data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eLayered Grey Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charcoal, graphite and soft silver-grey tones move across the exterior, creating a subtle mottled finish that becomes more apparent as the teapot catches the light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17t8epg\" data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003eBalanced Proportions:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rounded body is offset by a narrow spout and an elongated side handle, creating a visual balance between fullness and precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qwow7s\" data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eMade by Fujita Tokuta:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fujita approaches Tokoname teaware from a background in contemporary ceramics, combining the technical requirements of a functional kyusu with a more individual exploration of form and surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2146\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDesigned Around the Tea\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003eBeyond its sculptural appearance, the teapot remains firmly designed for brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003eThe rounded chamber gives loose leaves room to circulate freely in the water, while the traditional side handle allows the pot to be lifted and poured with a controlled movement of the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2726\"\u003eA built-in ceramic filter keeps the brewing space open without the need for a separate metal strainer, an approach commonly found in finely made Tokoname kyusu. Fujita’s other teapots also use integrated ceramic filters designed to support a clean, efficient pour. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2701\" data-content-reference-end=\"2725\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e+ Dimension: Approx. 120mm (Body + Spout) x 145mm (Body + Handle) x H:90mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e+ Region: Tokoname, Aichi, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e+ Artist: Fujita Tokuta (藤田徳太)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e+ Capacity: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCirca 330ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairs beautifully with\u003cb\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/poemsteaatelier.com.au\/products\/shigaraki-yaki-handmade-ceramic-teacup-sumi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eSUMI Handmade Teacup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2951\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA Contemporary Expression of Tokoname\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2953\" data-end=\"3313\" class=\"\"\u003eTokoname has more than 900 years of ceramic history and is recognised as one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns. While its teapots are strongly associated with traditional red shudei clay, contemporary artists such as Fujita continue to broaden what Tokoname-yaki can look like through different clay bodies, surfaces and forms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"POEMS Tea Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46317166854188,"sku":"4023","price":188.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/3535\/0828\/files\/MARU_teapot7.jpg?v=1790823466","url":"https:\/\/poemsteaatelier.com.au\/products\/tokoname-yaki-kyusu-by-fujita-tokuta-handmade-japanese-teapot-maru","provider":"POEMS Tea Atelier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}