The kt010 Sencha 320 Kuroneri teapot brings a clean, modern silhouette to traditional Japanese tea brewing. Its shallow, wide body and crisp linear edges let green tea leaves unfurl fully for a rich infusion. It pours smoothly, cleans easily, and sits with reassuring stability, brewing enough tea for one to four people.
Crafted from iron-rich clay long used for teapots, this piece is fired without glaze so the iron content darkens into a deep black finish. Leaving the interior unglazed creates a fine surface texture that subtly tempers bitterness, giving the tea a rounder, more mellow taste.
Straight lines like these are notoriously prone to warping in the kiln, making this shape one of the most difficult to fire in pottery. It takes real skill and careful attention to bring it out without distortion. After firing, each lid and body are ground together individually to achieve a close, secure fit, an authentic technique that also reveals glimpses of the red clay beneath, where the black carbonized surface has worn away at the seam.
This teapot includes a delicate, built-in clay strainer formed from the same body as the pot. It is finely structured but fragile, so handle it with care during washing, especially around the lid, which can chip it on contact. Daily care is otherwise simple: rinse with water and dry thoroughly. Elegant and functional, it's a thoughtful piece of Japanese craftsmanship for your daily tea routine.
KT010 Sencha 320 teapot in unglazed black-fired clay. Its simple, linear form is designed to suit any setting, while the shallow, wide body allows tea leaves to open fully, making it ideal for green tea. It pours smoothly, is easy to clean, and has a stable shape.
Conveniently sized for approximately 1 to 4 servings. Features a traditional built-in clay strainer. Tilt slowly when pouring.
Made from iron-rich clay traditionally formulated for teapots and fired without glaze, allowing the iron content to turn black. The unglazed interior’s fine texture helps mellow tea astringency for a smoother flavor. The straight body and lid require skilled craftsmanship, as they are prone to warping during firing.
Rinse with water only for everyday care and dry thoroughly after washing. If tea stains or water marks are a concern, it may be soaked in diluted dishware bleach. The built-in clay strainer is delicate and can break if struck by the lid or other objects.
The lid and body are hand-fitted after firing for a close seal. On the Black Neri finish, this fitting process reveals the red clay beneath along the contact area.
