Floral Yakishime Chaho Teapot
Best artisanal vessel for enthusiasts brewing high-grade Japanese green teas.
Experience the art of tea with this exquisite Tokoname-yaki chaho teapot. Crafted from yakishime (unglazed) ceramic, its subtly textured surface is adorned with an elegant floral motif. Designed in a handleless shiboridashi style, this 80 ml vessel is perfect for brewing delicate green teas like sencha and gyokuro, allowing their nuanced flavors to fully develop. The integrated ceramic filter ensures a pure infusion, while the unique shape facilitates easy draining and cleaning, making every tea ritual a moment of refined enjoyment.
$112.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
95
/ 3131
#95 in Coffee Servers & Tea Pots
Price vs Category Average
-45%
Below average
Capacity
802.7
/ ml ( oz)
Who it's for
- Tea enthusiasts seeking deeper flavor profiles over time
- Collectors valuing unique, handcrafted functional art
- Brewers requiring superior heat retention for longer steeps
Who should skip it
- Casual drinkers wanting a versatile, low-maintenance teapot
- Users preferring stain-resistant, durable kitchenware
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for mass-produced value
Performance breakdown
Brewing Precision
Shiboridashi design offers unparalleled control for delicate, high-grade Japanese green teas.
Filtration Efficiency
Integrated sasame-style ceramic filter ensures a clean, sediment-free pour every time.
Artisanal Craftsmanship
Authentic Tokoname-yaki pottery showcases exceptional traditional Japanese ceramic artistry.
Ergonomic Handling
Handleless design requires mindful handling to avoid heat during the pour.
Material Porosity
Unglazed yakishime surface subtly enhances the flavor profile of premium sencha.
Maintenance Ease
Hand-wash only requirement demands careful attention to preserve the unglazed finish.
Key Specs
Capacity
80 ml (2.7 oz)
Dimensions
Width: 8.9 cm (3.5 in), Height: 5.9 cm (2.3 in)
Material
Tokoname-yaki Ceramics
Lid Type
Removable lid with integrated ceramic filter
Spout Type
Handleless (Chaho/Shiboridashi style)
Filter Type
Permanent Mesh Filter
Microwave Safe
No
Dishwasher Safe
No
Know before you buy
The shiboridashi style is designed for brewing delicate, high-grade teas like gyokuro or sencha. Its wide, shallow shape allows the tea leaves to fully unfurl and cool slightly, which helps extract a sweeter, more nuanced flavor profile.
The sasame filter is a precision-crafted ceramic mesh integrated directly into the teapot's body. It is highly effective at catching fine tea leaves while allowing for a smooth, consistent pour.
Yes, the unglazed yakishime surface is porous and will absorb subtle oils and tannins from your tea over time. Many enthusiasts prefer this, as it can season the pot and enhance the flavor of the specific type of tea you brew in it consistently.
Because it is unglazed and handcrafted, you should hand wash it with warm water only. Avoid using soap or abrasive sponges, as the porous ceramic can absorb cleaning agents, and never place it in the dishwasher.
This teapot is sized for personal, mindful rituals, yielding about one to two small cups of concentrated tea. It is specifically intended for short, repeated infusions of high-quality leaves rather than large-batch brewing.
The pot is designed to be held by the sides, which are typically cool enough to handle when brewing at the lower temperatures recommended for sencha or gyokuro. If you use very hot water, we recommend holding the pot by the top and bottom edges or using a small cloth.
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